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Peruvian ragweed

Scientific Name: Ambrosia peruviana

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb, Subshrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Peruvian Ragweed (Ambrosia peruviana)

Peruvian Ragweed, scientifically known as Ambrosia peruviana, is a forb/herb subshrub recognized for its allergenic pollen. It's also known simply as ragweed.

Common Names: Peruvian Ragweed. Other common names include Altamisa, Marco, and Marquito. The Spanish name is Altamisa, siete espritus.

Scientific Name: Ambrosia peruviana Willd.

Considerations for Pets

  • Ragweed pollen is a common allergen.

Considerations for Children

  • Ragweed pollen is a common allergen.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Family: Asteraceae (daisy family).
  • Kingdom: Not explicitly stated in the text, but implied to be Plant.
  • Synonym: Ambrosia paniculata var. peruviana (Willd.) O.E. Schulz.
  • Ambrosia platyspina (Seaman) Strother & B.G.Baldwin is mentioned as another Ambrosia species.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Originally found in Peru.
  • Also found in South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Peruvian Ragweed is a perennial forb/herb subshrub.
  • Adult specimens can reach 5 meters in height.
  • Evergreen during summer, assuming a white coloring.

Ecological Role

  • Annual ragweed (Ambrosia artemisiifolia) is noted as a significant weed in Queensland and is a declared pest under Queensland legislation, highlighting the invasive potential of some ragweed species.

Quirky Facts

  • In some cultures, Peruvian Ragweed is used with other plants in baths for magic or religious rituals.
  • It is considered to have astringent and anti-rheumatic properties.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Ragweed pollen is a notorious allergen for humans.

Further Information

  • Discover Life provides a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Ambrosia peruviana.
  • Dave's Garden offers a community for sharing gardening tips and ideas.