Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
127653

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pursh) Dunal

Source:
gcc

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat. 5: 50 (1819).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126982



Common Names

  • Grindelia squarrosa
  • Gumweed
  • Curlycup Gumweed


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Synonyms

  • Grindelia serrulata Rydb. [unknown]
  • Grindelia squarrosa depressa Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Grindelia arguta A.Gray [unknown]
  • Aurelia squarrosa Cass. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Grindelia nuda Wood [unknown]
  • Hysterionica squarrosa Baill. [unknown]
  • Grindelia angustifolia Kunth [unknown]
  • Donia squarrosa Pursh [unknown]
  • Thuraria herbacea [Nutt.] [deprecated]
  • Grindelia aphanactis Rydb. [unknown]
  • Aurelia amplexicaulis Cass. [unknown]
  • Grindelia pinnatifida Wooton & Standl. [unknown]
  • Grindelia squarrosa squarrosa [unknown]
  • Grindelia squarrosa grandiflora (Hook.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Grindelia arguta Schrad. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Grindelia squarrosa serrulata Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Grindelia squarrosa nuda (Alph.Wood) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Grindelia nuda aphanactis (Rydb.) G.L.Nesom [unknown]
  • Grindelia texana Scheele [unknown]
  • Grindelia speciosa Gillies ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Grindelia squarrosa angustior Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Grindelia grandiflora Hook. [unknown]
  • Grindelia costata A.Gray [unknown]
  • Grindelia squarrosa pseudopinnatifida (D.Löve & J.-P.Bernard) Adr.Bartoli & Tortosa [unknown]
  • Grindelia squarrosa eligulata (Steyerm.) Adr.Bartoli & Tortosa [unknown]

Description

Grindelia squarrosa (also called Curlycup Gumweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in open, dry habitats, such as grasslands and chaparral.

Uses & Benefits

Grindelia squarrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grindelia squarrosa has yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grindelia squarrosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or division in the spring or fall. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently.

Where to Find Grindelia squarrosa

Grindelia squarrosa is native to North America. It can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Grindelia squarrosa FAQ

What is the common name of Grindelia squarrosa?

Grindelia squarrosa is commonly known as curlycup gumweed.

What are the medicinal uses of Grindelia squarrosa?

Grindelia squarrosa has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin problems.

What is the best way to grow Grindelia squarrosa?

Grindelia squarrosa prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to water it regularly and fertilize it every few weeks.

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-87994: Based on the initial data import
Frederick Traugott Pursh (1774-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pursh' in the authors string.
Michel Félix Dunal (1789-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunal' in the authors string.