Mentzelia decapetala - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pursh) Urb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Ber. Deutsch. Bot. Ges. 10: 263 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001073559
Common Names
- Mentzelia Decapetala
- Mentzelia
- Decapetala
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mentzelia decapetala (also called Tenpetal Blazingstar, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Linaceae family. It is native to North America. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Mentzelia decapetala is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mentzelia decapetala is a yellow, five-petalled flower with a long, slender stem. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with yellow flowers and narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mentzelia decapetala is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 6 feet tall and wide. It is native to the southwestern United States. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Mentzelia decapetala
Mentzelia decapetala is native to North America and can be found in grassy areas, meadows, and pastures.
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
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Frederick Traugott Pursh (1774-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pursh' in the authors string.