Tenpetal Blazingstar is a striking wildflower with large, white, star-shaped flowers that open in the evening. It is adapted to dry, rocky soils.
Habitat
Grows in open, sandy, or rocky areas.
Diet
Its flowers are pollinated by night-flying insects.
How common
Rare
Best time to see a Tenpetal Blazingstar
The best time to see a Tenpetal Blazingstar is July–August, when about 72% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 437 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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