Mentzelia pumila Dwarf mentzelia (Loasaceae)

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Mentzelia pumila
Dwarf mentzelia
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The Mentzelia pumila plant species is found in Western N. America. It is a member of the Loasaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Dwarf mentzelia.

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Latin Name:  Mentzelia pumila
Common Name:  Dwarf mentzelia
Family:  Loasaceae
Author:  (Nutt.)Torr.&Gray.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:     Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, nor are we sure if it is an annual or a perennial. 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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