Latin name: Mentzelia montana (Davidson) Davidson Pronunciation: ment-ZEE-lee-a mon-TAY-na Common name: Mountain blazing star Family: Loasaceae (Loasa) Habitat: Talus slopes and open areas in montane forest, 4500'-6000', sagebrush scrub Blooming period: May to July Name derivations: 1) Mentzelia 2) montana |
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