Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adenodonta
ID:
2271

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73(4): 327 (1992): (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001600



Common Names

  • Adenodonta Grindelia
  • Adenodonta Cottonweed
  • Adenodonta Fleabane


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Synonyms

  • Grindelia microcephala adenodonta Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Grindelia adenodonta (also called Adenodont Grindelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to the Mediterranean region, but widely naturalized elsewhere. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Grindelia adenodonta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grindelia adenodonta has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of up to 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grindelia adenodonta is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Grindelia adenodonta

Grindelia adenodonta can be found in the western United States and Mexico.

Grindelia adenodonta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grindelia adenodonta?

Grindelia adenodonta

What is the common name of Grindelia adenodonta?

Adenodonta

What is the family of Grindelia adenodonta?

Asteraceae

Where is Grindelia adenodonta native to?

Central and South America

What is the growth habit of Grindelia adenodonta?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Grindelia genus

Grindelia scorzonerifolia, Grindelia nelsonii, Grindelia adenodonta, Grindelia lanceolata, Grindelia orientalis, Grindelia oaxacana, Grindelia subdecurrens, Grindelia mendocina, Grindelia vetimontis, Grindelia rupestris, Grindelia tenella, Grindelia sublanuginosa, Grindelia tarapacana, Grindelia coronensis, Grindelia pusilla, Grindelia pulchella, Grindelia chacoensis, Grindelia globularifolia, Grindelia anethifolia, Grindelia chiloensis, Grindelia decumbens, Grindelia puberula, Grindelia arizonica, Grindelia ventanensis, Grindelia hirsutula, Grindelia patagonica, Grindelia robinsonii, Grindelia subalpina, Grindelia fraxinipratensis, Grindelia inuloides, Grindelia greenmanii, Grindelia ragonesei, Grindelia ciliata, Grindelia oxylepis, Grindelia macvaughii, Grindelia turneri, Grindelia scabra, Grindelia aegialitis, Grindelia buphthalmoides, Grindelia havardii, Grindelia linearifolia, Grindelia cabrerae, Grindelia prostrata, Grindelia villarrealii, Grindelia oolepis, Grindelia boliviana, Grindelia pygmaea, Grindelia howellii, Grindelia confusa, Grindelia obovatifolia,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.