Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Ambrosia

Species:

Ambrosia tomentosa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep

Bloom Colors:

White, Yellow, Green

Native Range

United States: Arizona, Colorado, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Common in disturbed areas and prairies