Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
113996

Status:
valid

Authors:
Adr.Bartoli, Tortosa & Marchesi

Source:
gcc

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 48: 75, fig (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113325



Common Names

  • Grindelia linearifolia
  • Narrowleaf Gumweed
  • Narrow-Leaved Gumweed


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Description

Grindelia linearifolia (also called narrowleaf gumweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to western North America from British Columbia to California, where it grows in many types of habitats, including coastal bluffs, grassland, and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Grindelia linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grindelia linearifolia is a small yellow flower with 4 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grindelia linearifolia is a perennial shrub native to North America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. It can be propagated by division or by taking stem cuttings in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Grindelia linearifolia

Grindelia linearifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, and can be found in the Iberian Peninsula, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Grindelia linearifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grindelia linearifolia?

Grindelia linearifolia

What is the common name of Grindelia linearifolia?

Narrowleaf Gumweed

What is the habitat of Grindelia linearifolia?

It is found in dry, sunny places, such as rocky slopes, grasslands, and roadsides.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-7363: Based on the initial data import
Roberto D. Tortosa (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tortosa' in the authors string.
Adriana Bartoli (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adr.Bartoli' in the authors string.
Eduardo Marchesi (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marchesi' in the authors string.