Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) W.W.Payne
Source:
gcc
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 45: 424 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000005961
Common Names
- Ambrosia flexuosa
- Flexuosa
- Flexuosa Plant
Synonyms
- Franseria flexuosa A.Gray [unknown]
Description
Ambrosia flexuosa (also called wavy-leafed ambrosia, among many other common names) is a large, herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It is typically found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has small, yellow flowers and its leaves are pinnate.
Uses & Benefits
Ambrosia flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a natural hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ambrosia flexuosa has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a cluster-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ambrosia flexuosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Ambrosia flexuosa
Ambrosia flexuosa is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Ambrosia flexuosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ambrosia flexuosa?
Ambrosia flexuosa
What is the natural habitat of Ambrosia flexuosa?
Ambrosia flexuosa is found in dry, sandy areas of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
What are the characteristics of Ambrosia flexuosa?
Ambrosia flexuosa is an annual herb with small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. The fruit is a small, dry, nut-like seed.
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,