Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ambrosiifolia
ID:
37555

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Strother

Source:
gcc

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Madroño 47(3): 204 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036884

Common Names

  • Hedosyne
  • Ambrosiifolia
  • Hedosyne Ambrosiifolia

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Synonyms

  • Cyclachaena ambrosiifolia (A.Gray) Benth. & Hook.f. ex B.D.Jacks. [deprecated]
  • Cyclachaena ambrosiifolia (A.Gray) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Iva ambrosiifolia (A.Gray) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Iva ambrosiifolia ambrosiifolia [unknown]
  • Euphrosyne ambrosiifolia A.Gray [unknown]
  • Cyclachaena lobata Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Hedosyne ambrosiifolia (also called Ambrosia, among many other common names) is an annual plant that is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It grows in deserts, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hedosyne ambrosiifolia is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hedosyne ambrosiifolia var. lobata (Rydb.) B.L.Turner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hedosyne ambrosiifolia is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center and a white-tipped ray floret. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedosyne ambrosiifolia is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Hedosyne ambrosiifolia

Hedosyne ambrosiifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, France, Spain, and North Africa.

Hedosyne ambrosiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedosyne ambrosiifolia?

Hedosyne ambrosiifolia

What is the common name of Hedosyne ambrosiifolia?

Ambrosia Hedosyne

Where is Hedosyne ambrosiifolia found?

Hedosyne ambrosiifolia is found in Mexico and Central America

Species in the Hedosyne genus

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-135668: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Lance Strother (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strother' in the authors string.