Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cumanensis
ID:
130657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(17): 216 (ed. fol.) (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129986

Common Names

  • Cuman Ragweed
  • Cuman Ambrosia
  • Ragweed Ambrosia

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Synonyms

  • Ambrosia paniculata litoralis O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Ambrosia peruviana Willd. [illegitimate]
  • Ambrosia paniculata dissecta O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Ambrosia orobanchifera Meyen [unknown]
  • Ambrosia peruviana peruviana [unknown]
  • Ambrosia paniculata cumanensis O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Ambrosia artemisiifolia trinitensis Griseb. [unknown]
  • Ambrosia peruviana cumanensis (Kunth) O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Ambrosia paniculata peruviana O.E.Schulz [unknown]

Description

Ambrosia cumanensis (also called Cuman Ambrosia, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in dry, open woods, meadows, and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Ambrosia cumanensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ambrosia cumanensis has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 0.5-1 cm. The seeds are small, brown and slightly curved. The seedlings have a single stem and are covered with hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ambrosia cumanensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring and can take up to three months to germinate.

Where to Find Ambrosia cumanensis

Ambrosia cumanensis can be found in the Caribbean region, Central and South America.

Ambrosia cumanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ambrosia cumanensis?

Ambrosia cumanensis

What is the family of Ambrosia cumanensis?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Ambrosia cumanensis?

Open grasslands and rocky slopes

Species in the Ambrosia genus

Ambrosia chamissonis, Ambrosia dumosa, Ambrosia nivea, Ambrosia flexuosa, Ambrosia microcephala, Ambrosia intergradiens, Ambrosia platyspina, Ambrosia deltoidea, Ambrosia salsola, Ambrosia linearis, Ambrosia pumila, Ambrosia acanthicarpa, Ambrosia dentata, Ambrosia cheiranthifolia, Ambrosia arborescens, Ambrosia polystachya, Ambrosia chenopodiifolia, Ambrosia johnstoniorum, Ambrosia artemisiifolia, Ambrosia artemisioides, Ambrosia tomentosa, Ambrosia divaricata, Ambrosia canescens, Ambrosia artemisioides, Ambrosia arborescens, Ambrosia scabra, Ambrosia tenuifolia, Ambrosia bryantii, Ambrosia carduacea, Ambrosia monogyra, Ambrosia magdalenae, Ambrosia confertiflora, Ambrosia grayi, Ambrosia pannosa, Ambrosia bidentata, Ambrosia camphorata, Ambrosia cordifolia, Ambrosia trifida, Ambrosia ilicifolia, Ambrosia ambrosioides, Ambrosia sandersonii, Ambrosia cumanensis, Ambrosia helenae, Ambrosia velutina, Ambrosia acuminata, Ambrosia psilostachya, Ambrosia hispida, Ambrosia eriocentra,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,