Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
1255500

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Gilg

Source:
tro

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(6a): 110 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254838



Common Names

  • Mentzelia arborescens
  • Arborescens Mentzelia
  • Arborescens Fern


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Description

Mentzelia arborescens (also called Tree Blazingstar, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has leathery leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and dry prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Mentzelia arborescens is used as a medicinal plant and as a source of food. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Mentzelia arborescens are yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mentzelia arborescens is a small shrub that grows up to 0.5m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Mentzelia arborescens

Mentzelia arborescens is native to Mexico and can be found growing in dry, tropical forests.

Mentzelia arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mentzelia arborescens?

Mentzelia arborescens

What is the common name of Mentzelia arborescens?

Tree Blazing Star

What is the natural habitat of Mentzelia arborescens?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands

Species in the Mentzelia genus

Mentzelia conspicua, Mentzelia aspera, Mentzelia jonesii, Mentzelia pattersonii, Mentzelia todiltoensis, Mentzelia angurate, Mentzelia sericea, Mentzelia hualapaiensis, Mentzelia monoensis, Mentzelia sivinskii, Mentzelia filifolia, Mentzelia holmgreniorum, Mentzelia paradoxensis, Mentzelia gypsophila, Mentzelia flumensevera, Mentzelia librina, Mentzelia uintahensis, Mentzelia procera, Mentzelia lagarosa, Mentzelia decapetala, Mentzelia asperula, Mentzelia isolata, Mentzelia lindheimeri, Mentzelia mexicana, Mentzelia multiflora, Mentzelia oligosperma, Mentzelia pachyrhiza, Mentzelia saxicola, Mentzelia albescens, Mentzelia parvifolia, Mentzelia pinnatifida, Mentzelia texana, Mentzelia hispida, Mentzelia scabra, Mentzelia affinis, Mentzelia argillosa, Mentzelia chrysantha, Mentzelia congesta, Mentzelia crocea, Mentzelia densa, Mentzelia desertorum, Mentzelia dispersa, Mentzelia eremophila, Mentzelia floridana, Mentzelia gracilenta, Mentzelia hirsutissima, Mentzelia humilis, Mentzelia incisa, Mentzelia involucrata, Mentzelia laciniata,

Species in the Loasaceae family

Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50176415: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.