Grindelia tarapacana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tarapacana
ID:
17719
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Anales Mus. Nac. Santiago de Chile 1891: 38 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017048
Common Names
- Tarapaca Grindelia
- Tarapaca Gumweed
- Tarapaca Tarweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Grindelia tarapacana (also called Tarapaca Gumweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow-orange ray florets and dark brown disc florets. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in prairies, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Grindelia tarapacana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Grindelia tarapacana has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with toothed edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Grindelia tarapacana is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When growing from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist medium. It is best to use a rooting hormone for better success.
Where to Find Grindelia tarapacana
Grindelia tarapacana is native to South America and can be found in the wild in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia.
Grindelia tarapacana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grindelia tarapacana?
Grindelia tarapacana
What is the common name of Grindelia tarapacana?
Tarapaca Gumweed
Where is Grindelia tarapacana found?
Grindelia tarapacana is found in Chile and Argentina.
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-116499: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.