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Curlycup gumweed
(Grindelia squarrosa) Distribution: statewide
Habitat: road edges, depleted rangelands, overgrazed pastures,
abandon croplands and other disturbed areas
Flowers: yellow in color, aster-like, located at the end
of branched stems
Height: 8-36 inches
Blooms: July to late September
Family name: Aster (Asteraceae)
Other names: Curly-top gumweed
Plant uses and other interesting facts: Curlycup gumweed
is an invader species which is quite drought resistant. It often
becomes abundant after a period of dryness. American Indians used
gumweed extracts to treat asthma, bronchitis, colic, and skin
rashes. It is sticky to the touch.
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U.S. Geological Survey