Uses
Toxic parts
Edible uses
There are no edible uses listed for Gutierrezia sarothrae.Material uses
The dried twigs were used as a kindling for starting fires[2]. A yellow dye can be made from the plant tops[4]. An infusion of the leaves has been used as a pleasant and refreshing bath[4].
The chewed leaf juice has an intoxication effect on bees and can kill them[4].Unknown part
Medicinal uses(Warning!)
A decoction of the roots has been used in the treatment of painful urination, diarrhoea and stomach aches[4]. The roots have been placed in boiling water and the steam inhaled in the treatment of respiratory complaints[4]. The flowers are laxative[4]. A decoction of the fresh flowers has been used in the treatment of diarrhoea[4]. The leaves are cathartic, febrifuge and sedative[4]. An infusion has been used in the treatment of coughs and colds[4]. It has also been used as a bath to treat fevers and sores, including those caused by venereal diseases[4]. A poultice of the moistened leaves has been used to treat bruises, wounds, sprains, nose bleeds and insect stings[4]. A protein in the plant is reported to have anti-cancer activity[2].
A strong, black infusion of the plant has been used as a rub on rheumatic joints[4].Ecology
Ecosystem niche/layer
Ecological Functions
Nothing listed.
Forage
Nothing listed.
Shelter
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Propagation
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Cultivation
This species is not hardy in the colder areas of the country, it tolerates temperatures down to between -5 and -10°c[5]. Plants are sub-shrubs and may die back to the base in winter[5]. Plants have deep taproots and resent root disturbance[5]. They should be planted into their permanent positions as soon as possible. Because it is unpalatable to livestock, this plant is often an indicator of overgrazed land[2].
Plants are strongly aromatic[5].Crops
Problems, pests & diseases
Associations & Interactions
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Polycultures & Guilds
There are no polycultures listed which include Gutierrezia sarothrae.
Descendants
Cultivars
Varieties
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Subspecies
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Full Data
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References
- ? Craighead. J., Craighead. F. and Davis. R. A Field Guide to Rocky Mountain Wildflowers The Riverside Press ISBN 63-7093 (1963-00-00)
- ? 2.02.12.22.32.42.52.62.7 Diggs, Jnr. G.M.; Lipscomb. B. L. & O'Kennon. R. J [Illustrated Flora of North Central Texas] Botanical Research Institute, Texas. (1999-00-00)
- ? 3.03.1 Usher. G. A Dictionary of Plants Used by Man. Constable ISBN 0094579202 (1974-00-00)
- ? 4.004.014.024.034.044.054.064.074.084.094.104.114.124.134.144.15 Moerman. D. Native American Ethnobotany Timber Press. Oregon. ISBN 0-88192-453-9 (1998-00-00)
- ? 5.05.15.25.35.45.55.6 Huxley. A. The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. 1992. MacMillan Press ISBN 0-333-47494-5 (1992-00-00)
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