Ambrosia — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Ambrosia recorded in the PlantPeers database.
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Ambrosia artemisiifolia
Ambrosia artemisiifolia
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Prefers a warm position in full sun. Grows best in a humus-rich, nutrient rich, slightly acidic soil. Tolerant of dry soils.
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Ambrosia trifida
Ambrosia trifida
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species but suggest growing it in a sunny position in a well-drained soil. This plant is sometimes cultivated by the N. American Indians for food and medicine.
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