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Smoothstem blazingstar

Mentzelia laevicaulis

Drought tolerant native biennial or short-lived perennial with yellow star-like flowers, blooming June to September. Prefers sandy or gravelly soil on disturbed sites, road cuts and rocky slopes; up to 10,000 ft. elevation. Barbed hairs on leaves and seed capsules easily fasten to fur and clothing, likely as a mechanism of seed dispersal.

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Growing Region

Pacific Northwest, Intermountain West

Species Attributes

Seeds Per lb
110,000
Growing Region
Pacific Northwest, Intermountain West
Native
Intermountain West
Life Form
Forb
Life Cycle
Biennial, Perennial
Light Requirements
Sun
Precipitation Requirements
Low, Medium, High
Mature Height
1-3 ft
Flowering Season
Spring, Summer
Cool/Warm Season
Bloat/Non-Bloat
Bloom Color
Yellow
Bunch/Sod

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