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Gutierrezia sarothrae
  • Broomweed

a perennial woody deciduous member of the Gutierrezia genus in the family Compositae.

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Niche
  • Unknown
    Unknown
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Functions
  • None
    None
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Light
  • Full sun
    Full sun
    The amount of sun exposure that a plant prefers in ideal conditions.
    Key
  • no shade
    No shade
    The amount of shade a plant will tolerate without adverse health affects.
    Key
Water
  • Water Requirementsmoderate
    Moderate
    The amount of water a plant needs for healthy growth, relative to other plants.
    Key
Soil
  • acid,neutral,alkaline,very alkaline
    Acid to Very alkaline
    The PH range (acidity or alkilinity) of the growth medium ideal for healthy nutrient absorbtion.
    Key
  • Sandy to Clay
    The soil texture this plant prefers for optimal growth.
    Key
Cold & Heat
  • 8
    Zone 8
    The USDA Hardiness scale assigns plants a number from 1 to 12 representing the minimum temperature a plant can survive.
    Key
    0< -53.9ºC< -65ºF
    1-51.1ºC-60ºF
    2-45.6ºC-50F
    3-40ºC-40ºF
    4-34.4ºC-30ºF
    5-28.9ºC-20ºF
    6-23.3ºC-10ºF
    7-17.8ºC0ºF
    8-12.2C10ºF
    9-6.7ºC20ºF
    10-1.1ºC30ºF
    114.4ºC40ºF
    12> 10ºC> 5ºF
  • ?
    Unknown
    The AHS Heat scale assigns plants a number from 1 to 12 representing the number of days per year a plant requires a temperature exceeding 30ºC (86ºF).
    Key
    11
    21 - 7
    38 - 14
    415 - 30
    531 - 45
    646 - 60
    761 - 90
    891 - 120
    9121 - 150
    10151 - 180
    11181 - 210
    12181 - 210
Gutierrezia sarothrae has 0 material uses listed
Gutierrezia sarothrae has 0 medicinal uses listed

Uses

Toxic parts

In large quantities this plant can be toxic to grazing animals, possibly due to the presence of saponins[1][2].

Edible uses

There are no edible uses listed for Gutierrezia sarothrae.

Material uses

The twigs are tied to sticks and used as brooms[3][4][2].

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

Broom
Dye
Insecticide
Soap
Kindling

Medicinal uses(Warning!)

Broomweed was widely employed medicinally by several native North American Indian tribes who used it to treat a variety of complaints[4]. It is little, if at all, used in modern herbalism.

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].

Unknown part

Antirheumatic
Astringent
Cathartic
Diuretic
Laxative
Pectoral
Sedative
Skin
Stings
Stomachic
Cancer

Ecology

Ecosystem niche/layer

Ecological Functions

Nothing listed.

Forage

Nothing listed.

Shelter

Nothing listed.

Propagation

Seed - sow spring in a greenhouse and only just cover the seed. Prick the plants out into individual pots as soon as they are large enough to handle, using deep pots to accommodate the tap root. Grow on for the first winter in a greenhouse and plant out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer[5]. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, July/August in a frame.

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Cultivation

Requires a position in full sun in a deep open well-drained soil[5]. Often found in calcareous soils in the wild[2].

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

There are no interactions listed for Gutierrezia sarothrae. Do you know of an interaction that should be listed here? edit this page to add it.

Polycultures & Guilds

There are no polycultures listed which include Gutierrezia sarothrae.

Descendants

Cultivars

Varieties

None listed.

Subspecies

None listed.

Full Data

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Taxonomy
Binomial name
Gutierrezia sarothrae
Genus
Gutierrezia
Family
Compositae
Imported References
Edible uses
Medicinal uses
[4][2]
Material uses & Functions
[3][4][2]
Botanic
[5]
Propagation
Cultivation
Environment
Cultivation
Uses
Edible uses
None listed.
Material uses
None listed.
Medicinal uses
None listed.
Functions & Nature
Functions
Provides forage for
Provides shelter for
Environment
Hardiness Zone
8
Heat Zone
?
Water
moderate
Sun
full sun
Shade
no shade
Soil PH
acid, neutral, alkaline, very alkaline
Soil Texture
sandy, loamy, clay
Soil Water Retention
well drained
Environmental Tolerances
    Ecosystems
    Native Climate Zones
    None listed.
    Adapted Climate Zones
    None listed.
    Native Geographical Range
    None listed.
    Native Environment
    None listed.
    Ecosystem Niche
    None listed.
    Root Zone Tendancy
    None listed.
    Life
    Deciduous or Evergreen
    deciduous
    Herbaceous or Woody
    woody
    Life Cycle
    perennial
    Growth Rate
    ?
    Mature Size
    1 x meters
    Fertility
    ?
    Pollinators
    Insects
    Flower Colour
    ?
    Flower Type
    hermaphrodite

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    References

    1. ? Craighead. J., Craighead. F. and Davis. R. A Field Guide to Rocky Mountain Wildflowers The Riverside Press ISBN 63-7093 (1963-00-00)
    2. ? 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. ? 3.03.1 Usher. G. A Dictionary of Plants Used by Man. Constable ISBN 0094579202 (1974-00-00)
    4. ? 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. ? 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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