by DaySounds © 2013-15
Ten-Petal Blazing Star (Mentzelia decapetala)
and accumulates selenium from the soil, its level of toxicity depends on the soil it grows.
High levels of this mineral in a human body sicken it, oftentimes giving place to cancer.
Conclusion: Do not use internally.
The leaves appear to be thorny, but aren't; however, they could stick to your pants/socks
if you get too close. The flowers are beautiful and smell like honey. If you are thinking of
un-rooting a few plants from the wilderness and plant them in your garden, please don't
because they will quickly die (like an old farmer moving to a city).
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