Marsh Gumplant

Carried by 5 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Marsh Gumplant (Grindelia stricta var. angustifolia) is a native perennial herb that grows in northern, southern and central California. It tends to grow in tidal flats, at elevations from 0-1600 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

3 - 5 ft Tall

Color

Yellow

Flowering season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Water

Low, Moderate, Very Low

Soil drainage

Fast, Standing

Natural setting

Site type

Tidal flats, marshes, dunes, seabluffs

Plant communities

Wetland-Riparian

Wildlife supported

Bats

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 9 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Orange Tortrix Moth

Argyrotaenia franciscana

Cremastobombycia grindeliella

Dejongia californicus

Epinotia infuscana

Alternative names

Common names:

Oregon Gumweed

Sources

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