Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
96148

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) W.W.Payne

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 45: 421 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000095477

Common Names

  • Heartleaf Burr Ragweed
  • Cordifolia Ragweed
  • Heartleaf Ambrosia

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Description

Ambrosia cordifolia (also called Heart-leaved Bursage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to California and is found in dry open areas, such as chaparral and coastal sage scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Ambrosia cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ambrosia cordifolia is yellow with a daisy-like shape. Its seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are thin and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ambrosia cordifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Ambrosia cordifolia

Ambrosia cordifolia is native to the United States and can be found in the wild in the states of Arizona, California, and New Mexico.

Ambrosia cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ambrosia cordifolia?

Ambrosia cordifolia

What is the natural habitat of Ambrosia cordifolia?

It is native to North America

What is the size of Ambrosia cordifolia?

It can grow up to 1 meter in height

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-5166: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Willard William Payne (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.W.Payne' in the authors string.