Mentzelia aspera, the tropical blazingstar, is a species of flowering plant in the family Loasaceae.[2] It is native to the subtropical and tropical New World, from Arizona to northwestern Argentina, and it has been introduced to Cape Verde.[1] An annual reaching 75 cm (30 in), it is found in a variety of habitats, including desert scrublands and grasslands, and in riverine situations, such as arroyos and canyon bottoms, often in association with cottonwoods and willows.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b "Mentzelia aspera L." Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 14 April 2024.
  2. ^ a b "Mentzelia aspera L. Rough Stickleaf, Tropical Blazing Star, ... Tropical Stickleaf". Plant Database. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. 4 November 2020. Retrieved 14 April 2024.