Gumweed (Grindelia)

Description

   Grindelia is sometimes called Gumweed because the buds and flowers are very sticky with a resinous and gummy texture. Grindelia has bright yellow, flowers that have a distinguishing taste and sticky bracts at the base of the flower that curve downward. Grindelia is used as an antiseptic and a bronchial expectorant.  It can be useful with coughs, asthma, and bronchial congestion. 

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