Great valley gumweed, Gum plant, Gumweed
Grindelia robusta
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows about 40 cm high. The plant is covered with a resinous substance.
There are 60 Grindelia species. They grow in dry regions in the Americas.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Britain, Europe, France, Germany, Netherlands, North America, USA
How it is used for food
The leaves are used for tea. The leaves are also chewed. They are eaten raw as greens.
Edible parts
Leaves, leaves - tea