Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovatifolia
ID:
127435

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 32: 147 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126764



Common Names

  • Gumweed
  • Sticky Gumweed
  • Gum Plant


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Description

Grindelia obovatifolia (also called Obovate-leaved Gumweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem and grows up to 0.5 meters in height. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are yellow. It grows in dry grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Grindelia obovatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for bees. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grindelia obovatifolia is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grindelia obovatifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once or twice a year.

Where to Find Grindelia obovatifolia

Grindelia obovatifolia can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Grindelia obovatifolia FAQ

What is the ideal soil pH for Grindelia obovatifolia?

Grindelia obovatifolia prefers a soil pH of 6.0 to 7.5.

What is the best time to plant Grindelia obovatifolia?

Grindelia obovatifolia should be planted in the spring or fall.

How much sunlight does Grindelia obovatifolia need?

Grindelia obovatifolia prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-87781: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.