Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
californica
ID:
86256

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2(2): 193 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085585



Common Names

  • Gutierrezia Californica
  • California Snakeweed
  • California Matchweed


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Description

Gutierrezia californica (also called the California snakeweed, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to North America. It has a single stem with a few branches and a rosette of leaves at the base. The leaves are lanceolate, with a serrated margin and a white-hairy surface. The flowers are yellow and have a star-shaped shape. It grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gutierrezia californica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an herbal remedy for treating digestive issues and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gutierrezia californica has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of finely divided, grey-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gutierrezia californica can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Gutierrezia californica

Gutierrezia californica can be found in California, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Gutierrezia californica FAQ

What are the common names for Gutierrezia californica?

Gutierrezia californica is commonly known as California Snakeweed.

What is the natural habitat of Gutierrezia californica?

Gutierrezia californica is typically found in dry, open areas in western North America.

What type of soil does Gutierrezia californica prefer?

Gutierrezia californica prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

Species in the Gutierrezia genus

Gutierrezia sphaerocephala, Gutierrezia isernii, Gutierrezia microcephala, Gutierrezia argyrocarpa, Gutierrezia dunalii, Gutierrezia resinosa, Gutierrezia megalocephala, Gutierrezia grandis, Gutierrezia repens, Gutierrezia spathulata, Gutierrezia ramulosa, Gutierrezia petradoria, Gutierrezia sarothrae, Gutierrezia solbrigii, Gutierrezia arizonica, Gutierrezia baccharoides, Gutierrezia wrightii, Gutierrezia pomariensis, Gutierrezia conoidea, Gutierrezia neaeana, Gutierrezia mandonii, Gutierrezia spathulata, Gutierrezia alamanii, Gutierrezia californica, Gutierrezia taltalensis, Gutierrezia serotina, Gutierrezia sericocarpa, Gutierrezia neaeana, Gutierrezia texana, Gutierrezia gilliesii, Gutierrezia gayana, Gutierrezia espinosae, Gutierrezia elegans, Gutierrezia mendocina, Gutierrezia chubutensis, Gutierrezia tortosae,

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-41988: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.