Asteraceae Grindelia robusta Nutt.
Great Valley Gumweed
Miwok - Drug, Dermatological Aid
Use documented by:
Barrett, S. A. and E. W. Gifford, 1933, Miwok Material Culture, Bulletin of the Public Museum of the City of Milwaukee 2(4):11, page 170
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Grindelia robusta Nutt.
Scientific name: Grindelia robusta Nutt.
USDA symbol: GRCAC (
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Common names: Great Valley Gumweed
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Miwok
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Dermatological Aid
Notes: Decoction of leaves used to wash running sores.
RECRD: 20247 id: 16196