Mentzelia albicaulis Whitestem blazing star (Loasaceae)

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Mentzelia albicaulis
Whitestem blazing star
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The Mentzelia albicaulis plant species is found in Western N. America - British Columbia to California. It is a member of the Loasaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Whitestem blazing star.

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Latin Name:  Mentzelia albicaulis
Common Name:  Whitestem blazing star
Family:  Loasaceae
Author:  Douglas.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry, especially sandy soils, in desert valleys and foothills[71].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and are not sure that it will succeed outdoors in Britain, though it should be possible to grow it as a half-hardy annual. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in ordinary garden soil[1]. Prefers a moderately fertile well-drained soil in a warm sunny sheltered position[200].

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