Ambrosia pumila

Ambrosia pumila

Ambrosia pumila

Botanical Name: Ambrosia pumila
Common Name: San Diego Ambrosia

Endangered throughout its range. Very drought tolerant. Good in many soils. Recommended for hanging baskets or containers due to trailing or cascading habit. Pleasantly fragrant foliage.

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Plant Family: Asteraceae

Plant Type: Groundcover

Height by Width: 6in. H x 2-3' W

Growth Habit: Low, creeping, trailing

Deciduous/Evergreen: Semi-evergreen

Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Sun Exposure: Sun to part shade

Soil Preference: Well-draining

Water Requirements: Infrequent to moderate

Cold Hardy to: 15 degrees F

Flower Season: Summer

Flower Color: Grey-green

Endangered?: List 1B/RED 3-3-2

Distribution: Riverside, San Diego, Baja California

Natural Habitat: Chaparral, coastal scrub, valley and foothill grassland. Elevation: 60-1200'

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