Jeweled Blazingstar
NameJeweled Blazingstar
Scientific NameMentzelia involucrata
Common NamesJeweled Blazingstar, Blazing Star
Plant FamilyLoasaceae
Natural HabitatArid and semi-arid regions, typically found in deserts, washes, and rocky slopes of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
Medicinal Actionsanti-inflammatory
Traditional UsesWhile not widely documented for specific medicinal uses, seeds of some related Mentzelia species were traditionally consumed as food by Native American tribes. Some related species have also been used externally as poultices for swellings.
Preparation Methodspoultice
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications or drug interactions are widely documented for Mentzelia involucrata.
Cultivation NotesPrefers full sun and well-drained, sandy or rocky soils. It is drought-tolerant once established, requiring minimal water. Propagated by seed.
Raritycommon
Description
An annual desert wildflower characterized by bright yellow, five-petaled flowers with numerous prominent stamens. It typically grows as a low-lying herb with somewhat hairy stems and leaves, producing distinctive seed capsules.
