Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 526 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043654
Common Names
- Ambrosia Polystachya
- Polystachya Ambrosia
- Ambrosia Many-spike
Description
Ambrosia polystachya (also called many-flowered ragweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows in a variety of habitats, from meadows and pastures to roadsides and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ambrosia polystachya is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ambrosia polystachya has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ambrosia polystachya is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a bright, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil. The plant prefers moist soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every few weeks.
Where to Find Ambrosia polystachya
Ambrosia polystachya is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, open woodlands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.
Ambrosia polystachya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ambrosia polystachya?
Ambrosia polystachya
What are the common names of Ambrosia polystachya?
Many-branched Ambrosia
What is the native range of Ambrosia polystachya?
Southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico
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,