Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mendocina
ID:
14098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Adr.Bartoli & Tortosa

Source:
gcc

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 50: 497 (497-499, fig. 1-2) (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013427



Common Names

  • Grindelia
  • Gumweed
  • Tarweed


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Description

Grindelia mendocina (also called Mendocino Gumplant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the western United States and Mexico. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Grindelia mendocina is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grindelia mendocina has yellow daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grindelia mendocina is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Grindelia mendocina

Grindelia mendocina is native to South America, and can be found in dry, open areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Grindelia mendocina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grindelia mendocina?

Grindelia mendocina

What is the common name of Grindelia mendocina?

Mendoza Gumweed

What is the natural habitat of Grindelia mendocina?

It is found in dry grassland and open woodland in the mountains of central and southern Spain.

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-112992: 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.