Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
70047

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 17: 217 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069376

Common Names

  • Ambrosia canescens
  • Silverleaf Ragweed
  • Silverleaf Ambrosia

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Synonyms

  • Franseria canescens (A.Gray) Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Ambrosia canescens (also called 'White Bursage', 'White Bur Sage', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the western United States. It has a single stem with small, white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in dry, open areas such as deserts and grasslands at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Ambrosia canescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ambrosia canescens has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ambrosia canescens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division is best done in spring or autumn. Plant in a sunny or partially shaded position in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ambrosia canescens

Ambrosia canescens is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, woodlands, and roadsides. It is most commonly found in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Ambrosia canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ambrosia canescens?

Ambrosia canescens

What is the common name of Ambrosia canescens?

Hoary ragweed

What is the natural habitat of Ambrosia canescens?

Ambrosia canescens is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and cultivated fields.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-26201: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.