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Goodrich's blazingstar

Mentzelia goodrichii Thorne & S.L.Welsh
Goodrich's blazingstar
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Mentzelia goodrichii is a flowering plant in the family Loasaceae, known as Goodrich's blazingstar. It is endemic to Utah, specifically found in Duchesne County.

Description

Mentzelia goodrichii, described by Thorne & S.L. Welsh in 1993, is a species native to Utah. It is known only from a single location in Duchesne County, making it a highly localized plant. The species is part of the Loasaceae family and is one of several species within the genus Mentzelia. Its restricted distribution highlights its ecological significance and the need for conservation in its native habitat.

Other common names

Goodrich's blazingstar

Distribution

Utah

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