Ambrosia magdalenae
Ambrosia magdalenae · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Ambrosia magdalenae, is a species of ragweed widely distributed across North America. While primarily recognized as a potent seasonal allergen, this plant holds historical significance in traditional ethnobotany. Understanding its biological properties and ecological impact is essential for managing both environmental health and allergic sensitivities.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ambrosia magdalenaeDistribution
This plant, known scientifically as Ambrosia magdalenae, exhibits a specific geographical range within North America. Its documented presence is concentrated in a particular region of the southern part of the continent. Specifically, this species can be found growing in the Northwest portion of Mexico. This localized distribution suggests that the plant thrives in the unique environmental conditions found in that area. Therefore, its known habitat is currently limited to this specific northwestern Mexican territory.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Life history
The life history of Ambrosia magdalenae is characterized by a versatile lifecycle that can manifest as an annual, biennial, or perennial, often depending on environmental conditions and local climate stability. As a plant with a variable developmental strategy, it frequently operates as an annual, completing its entire reproductive cycle within a single growing season to exploit ephemeral resources. However, in more favorable or consistent habitats, it can adopt a biennial or perennial growth habit, allowing the individual to persist across multiple years through established root systems. This flexibility in its lifecycle enables the species to colonize diverse disturbed sites and adapt to varying levels of moisture and soil stability, ensuring long-term survival and reproductive success across fluctuating ecological landscapes.
- Lifecycle :
- perennial
Morphology
The morphology of Ambrosia magdalenae is characterized by its growth form as a herb, typically exhibiting a non-woody structure throughout its vegetative state. It functions as an independent organism, requiring no host for its development, and is categorized by its ability to inhabit various environments, ranging from terrestrial to semiaquatic habitats. Unlike climbing species, this plant is self-supporting, maintaining its upright or spreading stature without the need for external structural assistance.
- Aquatic :
- terrestrial
- Climber :
- self-supporting
- Growth form :
- herb
- Parasite :
- independent
- Woodiness :
- non-woody
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Chemicals
Ambrosia magdalenae has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ilicic acid.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ilicic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
ilicic acid
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Ambrosia magdalenae has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Herbicide, Pesticide.
| Activity | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Herbicide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pesticide | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Herbicide
- Dr. Duke
Pesticide
- Dr. Duke