Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
todiltoensis
ID:
378960

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.D.Atwood & S.L.Welsh

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
W. N. Amer. Naturalist 65: 365 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378292



Common Names

  • Mentzelia todiltoensis
  • Todilto Mentzelia
  • Mentzelia


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Description

Mentzelia todiltoensis (also called Mentzelia todiltoensis, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Loasaceae family. It is an annual herb with a sprawling habit and small, yellow flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States, where it grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Mentzelia todiltoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and also as a hedge plant. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mentzelia todiltoensis is yellow and star-shaped. The seed is small, round, and yellow-brown. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mentzelia todiltoensis is an annual herb that is native to the United States. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, although it can also be propagated by division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Once established, the plant will require minimal care.

Where to Find Mentzelia todiltoensis

Mentzelia todiltoensis can be found in the United States.

Mentzelia todiltoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mentzelia todiltoensis?

Mentzelia todiltoensis

What type of plant is Mentzelia todiltoensis?

It is an annual herb species.

Where is Mentzelia todiltoensis found?

It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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

Stanley Larson Welsh (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Welsh' in the authors string.
Nephi Duane Atwood (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.D.Atwood' in the authors string.