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Mountain Tarweed (Madia glomerata)

Mountain Tarweed (Madia glomerata) is an annual herb native to western North America, known for its sticky foliage and bright yellow flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Watering

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and rocky conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Requires minimal fertilization; a light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is sufficient.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce watering in fall.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and rocky conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25 °C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Requires minimal fertilization; a light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is sufficient.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.1-0.6 m

Spread

0.2-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Amida gracilis Nutt.
Amida hirsuta Nutt.
Madia ramosa Piper
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusMadia
  • speciesMadia glomerata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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