Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradoxensis
ID:
750491

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Schenk & L.Hufford

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Madroño 57: 249 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749824



Common Names

  • Mentzelia paradoxensis
  • Paradoxensis Mentzelia
  • Paradoxensis Mentzel


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Description

Mentzelia paradoxensis (also called Paradox Blazing Star, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States. It has yellow flowers with five petals and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in dry, rocky soils and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Mentzelia paradoxensis is a flowering plant native to North America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it produces small yellow flowers in the spring. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mentzelia paradoxensis is a bright yellow, star-shaped flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mentzelia paradoxensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. It can tolerate some drought and is moderately frost hardy. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Mentzelia paradoxensis

Mentzelia paradoxensis can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.

Mentzelia paradoxensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mentzelia paradoxensis?

Mentzelia paradoxensis

What is the common name of Mentzelia paradoxensis?

Paradoxensis

What is the family of Mentzelia paradoxensis?

Loasaceae

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

John J. Schenk: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Schenk' in the authors string.
Larry Hufford (b.2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Hufford' in the authors string.