Mentzelia congesta
Nutt. ex Torr. & Gray
United blazingstar
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMentzelia congesta is a species of flowering plants in the family Loasaceae known by the common name united blazingstar.
Description
A herb. It grows 7-40 cm tall. The leaves are 1-9 cm long. The seeds are an irregular shape and 1 mm long.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are parched and ground into a peanut butter-like paste. They are also stored for later use.
Traditional Uses
The seeds are parched and ground into a peanut butter like paste. Seeds are stored for later use.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant. It grows 1,200-2,700 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
Synonyms
References (1)
- Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 342
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