Synonym(s)
Grindelia humilis; Hairy Gumweed; Sparse Grindelie
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The genus name Grindelia comes from the German botanist David Grindel (1766-1836), after whom the genus was named.
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The marsh grindelia, see also Grindelia, is a perennial plant up to 1.5 m tall in the Asteraceae (Compositae) family. The plant is native to North America.
Grindelia humilis extract is the extract from the dried leaves and flower heads of Grindelia humilis, which is used in cosmetic formulations, Grindelia humilis extract (INCI). The extract has a strengthening effect on skin or hair.
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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer
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