Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sandersonii
ID:
126138

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.L.Welsh

Source:
gcc

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 95(883/884): 396 (-397; t. I, (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125467

Common Names

  • Sanderson's Ragweed
  • Ragweed
  • Sanderson's Ambrosia

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Synonyms

  • Lamprachaenium microcephalum (Dalzell) Benth. ex B.D.Jacks. [unknown]
  • Hymenoclea sandersonii (S.L.Welsh) N.H.Holmgren [unknown]

Description

Ambrosia sandersonii (also called Sanderson's ragweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 2 feet tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ambrosia sandersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ambrosia sandersonii has small, yellow, daisy-like flowers with many petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ambrosia sandersonii 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 be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-10.

Where to Find Ambrosia sandersonii

Ambrosia sandersonii is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in Arizona, New Mexico, and California.

Ambrosia sandersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ambrosia sandersonii?

Ambrosia sandersonii

What is the common name of Ambrosia sandersonii?

Sanderson's Ambrosia

What is the habitat of Ambrosia sandersonii?

It is found in dry open areas, such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides

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