Gumweed is a robust native wildflower of dry plains, roadsides, and disturbed areas across the Great Plains and West, recognized by its yellow flowers with reflexed bracts dripping a white, sticky resin. The resinous flower heads were used medicinally by many indigenous peoples for respiratory ailments. Many specialist insects gather pollen and nectar from its flowers.
Habitat
Dry plains, roadsides, and disturbed areas of the Great Plains and West
Diet
Nectar and pollen for native bees and beetles
How common
Common
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