Mentzelia hirsutissima
Hairy Blazingstar
Also known as: Bicuspidaria hirsutissima (S.Watson) Rydb. +4 more
- Bicuspidaria hirsutissima (S.Watson) Rydb.
- Mentzelia hirsutissima var. hirsutissima
- Mentzelia hirsutissima var. stenophylla (Urb. & Gilg) I.M.Johnst.
- Mentzelia peirsonii Jeps.
- Mentzelia stenophylla Urb. & Gilg
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Loasaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Mentzelia hirsutissima (commonly known as Hairy Blazingstar) is an annual belonging to the Loasaceae family. Found natively in North America, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
California, Mexico Northwest