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Gum Plant

Grindelia robusta
Asteraceae

Growth Habit

Herbaceous

Description

Gumplant is a short-lived perennial with large, toothed leaves and daisy-like yellow flowers on leafy stalks. Tolerant of poor soil and dry conditions, it prefers full sun and is appropriate for meadow gardens. Gumplant produces a resin that protects the flower heads while they are in bud. The resin can be chewed like gum.

Source of plant

Richters

USDA Hardiness Zone

7

Special characteristics

medicinal/pharmaceutical