Grindelia laciniata Rydb.

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The New York Botanical Garden
Plants of UTAH
Grlndella laciniata Rydb.
(with genetic influence from G. squarrosa)
UT: San Juan Co. Along US 666, 11.3 mi E of
jet US 666 & US 191 in Monticello, 7.0 mi W
of Utah-Colorado state line.
plants scattered along hwy shoulder in red#
clayish soil. Area shows evidence of recent
disturbance by heavy equipment. 0.5-2.25 ft
tall. Some plants forming small multi-
stemmed clumps. Apparently perennial, last
years stems persisting on some. Although
young heads appear gummy, gum is not as
sticky as in other Grindelia1s but seems to
form a protective shield over heads. Growing
with Lactuca, Helianthus, and Artemisia.
Elev. 6800-7000 ft.
Mark Allen Wetter 578	19 Sep 1979
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