Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jonesii
ID:
378404

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb. & Gilg) H.J.Thomps. & J.E.Roberts

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 21: 282 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377736



Common Names

  • Jones Blazing Star
  • Jones Mentzelia
  • Mentzelia jonesii


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Description

Mentzelia jonesii (also called Jonesii Mentzelia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 20 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mentzelia jonesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mentzelia jonesii is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single yellow flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mentzelia jonesii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Mentzelia jonesii

Mentzelia jonesii is native to Central and South America and can be found in open, dry areas.

Mentzelia jonesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mentzelia jonesii?

Mentzelia jonesii

What is the common name of Mentzelia jonesii?

Jones' Mentzelia

What is the natural habitat of Mentzelia jonesii?

Mentzelia jonesii is found in dry, rocky areas of the southwestern United States.

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 kew-2375366: 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.
Henry Joseph Thompson (b.1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Thomps.' in the authors string.
Joyce E. Roberts: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Roberts' in the authors string.