Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oaxacana
ID:
12305

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 68(4): 323 (1990), nom. nov. (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011634



Common Names

  • Grindelia
  • Oaxaca Gum Plant
  • Oaxaca Tarweed


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Synonyms

  • Grindelia microcephala montana Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Grindelia oaxacana (also called Oaxacan Gumplant, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Mexico. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Grindelia oaxacana is used as an ornamental plant, as a windbreak, and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grindelia oaxacana has yellow daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grindelia oaxacana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Grindelia oaxacana

Grindelia oaxacana is native to Mexico and can be found in the state of Oaxaca.

Grindelia oaxacana FAQ

What are the common names of Grindelia oaxacana?

Common names of Grindelia oaxacana include Oaxacan gumweed and Oaxacan tarweed

What is the natural habitat of Grindelia oaxacana?

Grindelia oaxacana is found in dry, rocky areas in Mexico and Central America

What are the uses of Grindelia oaxacana?

Grindelia oaxacana is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant

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-111274: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.