Ambrosia chenopodiifolia
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Species Name: Ambrosia chenopodiifolia
Common Name: San Diego Bursage
- San Diego bursage is a large shrub native to San Diego County and parts of Baja California. It has interesting pale yellow-green foliage and flowers. True to its name, it forms burs. These can become entangled in pet fur, so careful placement is key.
- Plant Family: Asteraceae
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Height by Width: 6-10' H x 4-6' W
- Growth Habit: Upright
- Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Preference: Well-draining
- Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant to moderate
- Cold Hardy to: 25 degrees F
- Flower Season: Spring
- Flower Color: Inconspicuous
- Endangered?: List 2.1
- Distribution: Southwestern San Diego County, Baja CA
- Natural Habitat: Coastal scrub
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