Grindelia robusta Great valley gumweed (Compositae)

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Grindelia robusta
Great valley gumweed
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The Grindelia robusta plant species is found in Southwestern N. America. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Great valley gumweed.

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Latin Name:  Grindelia robusta
Common Name:  Great valley gumweed
Family:  Compositae
Author:  Nutt.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  By the coast[21] in sunny well-drained situations[200]. Thrives in dry areas and salty plains[7].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any well-drained soil in full sun[200]. Does well on dry sandy banks and in poor soils[200]. Plants tend to concentrate selenium in the leaves and stems, this is especially noticeable on soils that are relatively rich in that element[21].

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