Latin name: Mentzelia dispersa S. Watson Pronunciation: ment-ZEE-lee-a dis-PUR-sa Common name: Bushy blazing star Family: Loasaceae (Loasa) Habitat: Sandy or rocky soils to 7500', open coniferous forest, California Floristic Province Blooming period: July to August Name derivations: 1) Mentzelia 2) dispersa |
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