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San Diego Ambrosia, San Diego Burr Ragweed

Ambrosiachenopodiifolia

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Family

Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Ambrosia (am-BRO-zhuh)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Herbaceous

Succulent

Height

under 6 in. (15 cm)

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Spacing

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Pale Yellow

Bloom Time

Mid Spring

Late Spring/Early Summer

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Gardener's Notes:

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YLcalif

Yorba Linda, CA | August 2005 | positive

This is a rare plant. It is currently growing in full sun, in a regularly watered location and in alkaline soil. Not sure if this is th...Read More

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