Slender-lobed Blazingstar
Image: A. Tiehm; J. Nachlinger (cc-by-nc)
NameSlender-lobed Blazingstar
Scientific NameMentzelia lagarosa
Common NamesSlender-lobed Blazingstar
Plant FamilyLoasaceae
Natural HabitatThis plant is found growing on open juniper barrens and in clay soils, typically in arid or semi-arid regions, as indicated by its collection in Nevada.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesSpecific traditional medicinal uses for Mentzelia lagarosa are not well-documented in ethnobotanical records. While some other Mentzelia species have been traditionally used by indigenous groups for poultices on swellings or sores, this information does not directly apply to M. lagarosa.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsSpecific contraindications for Mentzelia lagarosa are not well-documented due to a lack of research on its medicinal properties. General caution is advised for any internal or external use.
Cultivation NotesAs a biennial, this plant completes its life cycle in two years. It thrives in full sun and well-drained clay soils, preferring the arid conditions typical of juniper barrens. It is likely drought-tolerant once established.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Mentzelia lagarosa is a biennial herbaceous plant characterized by its erect stems and elongated, often bristly seed capsules. The specimen shows a dried plant with a taproot and branching stems, indicative of its growth habit.
