Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
gcc
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xvii. (1881-82) 217.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000038062
Common Names
- Pumila Ambrosia
- Pumila Ragweed
- Pumila Bur-sage
Description
Ambrosia pumila (also called Dwarf ragweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to North America, and is found in dry grassland and rocky hillsides. It is a small shrub with green flowers and dark green, leathery leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Ambrosia pumila is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive issues. It also has edible seeds that can be used as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ambrosia pumila has small, yellow flowers with a white center and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and green with thin stems and small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ambrosia pumila is an annual plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Ambrosia pumila
Ambrosia pumila can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.
Ambrosia pumila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ambrosia pumila?
Ambrosia pumila
What is the growth rate of Ambrosia pumila?
Ambrosia pumila has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What is the hardiness zone of Ambrosia pumila?
Ambrosia pumila is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.
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,