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
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.
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,