Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subalpina
ID:
60615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(18): 297 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059944



Common Names

  • Grindelia subalpina
  • Alpine Gumweed
  • Subalpine Gumweed


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Synonyms

  • Grindelia erecta A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Grindelia subalpina subalpina [unknown]
  • Grindelia decumbens decumbens [unknown]
  • Grindelia subalpina erecta Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Grindelia subalpina (also called Subalpine Gumweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the alpine regions of Japan. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Grindelia subalpina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grindelia subalpina is a yellow-white daisy-like flower with a hairy stem. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with hairy stems and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grindelia subalpina is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position with some shade, and regular watering is necessary. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Grindelia subalpina

Grindelia subalpina is native to the western United States and Canada. It can be found in open woodlands and meadows.

Grindelia subalpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grindelia subalpina?

Grindelia subalpina

What is the common name of Grindelia subalpina?

Subalpine Gumweed

Where does Grindelia subalpina grow?

Grindelia subalpina grows in the western United States

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-17007: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.