Great Valley Gumweed (Grindelia robusta)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Grindelia robusta is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from May to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - raw. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

By the coast in sunny well-drained situations. Thrives in dry areas and salty plains. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)