Latin name: Mentzelia micrantha (Hook. & Arn.) Torrey & A. Gray Pronunciation: ment-ZEE-lee-a my-KRAN-tha Common name: Stickleaf Family: Loasaceae (Loasa) Habitat: Open, often disturbed places to 5000', chaparral, foothill woodland, West Transverse Range, San Gabriels, Peninsular Ranges Blooming period: April to May Name derivations: 1) Mentzelia 2) micrantha |
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