Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxylepis
ID:
72763

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 4(20): 42 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000072092



Common Names

  • Oxylepis Grindelia
  • Oxylepis Gumweed
  • Oxylepis Curlytop


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Synonyms

  • Grindelia oxylepis oxylepis [unknown]
  • Grindelia oxylepis oxylepis [unknown]

Description

Grindelia oxylepis (also called Sharp-leaved Gumweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers that bloom from April to June. It is native to the western United States and is found in open woodlands, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Grindelia oxylepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Grindelia oxylepis var. eligulata Steyerm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grindelia oxylepis has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grindelia oxylepis is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the root clump. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Grindelia oxylepis

Grindelia oxylepis can be found in the western United States, particularly in California.

Grindelia oxylepis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grindelia oxylepis?

Grindelia oxylepis

What is the common name of Grindelia oxylepis?

Sharp-pointed Gumweed

What is the natural habitat of Grindelia oxylepis?

Dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and disturbed sites

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-28847: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.