Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Loasaceae

Genus:

Mentzelia

Species:

Mentzelia pumila

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Biennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

2-3 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul, aug, sep

Bloom Colors:

Yellow

Native Range

United States: Arizona, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, rocky, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

thrives in arid, open areas