Goodrich's Blazingstar
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NameGoodrich's Blazingstar
Scientific NameMentzelia goodrichii Thorne & S.L.Welsh
Common NamesGoodrich's Blazingstar
Plant FamilyLoasaceae
Natural HabitatFound in the West Tavaputs Plateau, Sowers Canyon area of Duchesne County, Utah, USA. It grows on steep southeast-facing slopes in shale soil, often in association with scattered pinyon and juniper trees, at elevations around 2250 meters (7380 ft).
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are widely documented for Mentzelia goodrichii.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented for this species.
Cultivation NotesThis species thrives in dry, rocky, shale-rich soils, typical of arid mountain slopes. It appears to be sensitive to drought conditions, as noted by 'Plants small due to a dry year' on the specimen label.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Mentzelia goodrichii is a herbaceous plant characterized by branched stems and alternate, often lobed or toothed leaves. The specimen shows dried floral or fruiting structures in the leaf axils, and the plant appears to have a somewhat rough or hairy texture.
