Bractless Blazingstar (Mentzelia Nuda) is a perennial herb in the Loasaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Mentzelia nuda is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Great Plains and western United States, known for its distinctive white flowers and sticky barbed hairs on its leaves and stems.

Bractless Blazingstar

Bractless Blazingstar

Mentzelia Nuda

Mentzelia nuda is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Great Plains and western United States, known for its distinctive white flowers and sticky barbed hairs on its leaves and stems.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bractless Blazingstar

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Bractless Blazingstar
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Taxonomy

Family:Loasaceae
Genus:Mentzelia