Ambrosia tenuifolia
Family Asteraceae
Species Profile
Species classification | Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds] |
Common names | Burr Ragweed, Lacy Ambrosia, Lacy Ragweed, Narrow-Leaf Ragweed |
Synonyms | Information unavailable |
Longevity | Perennial |
Growth form | Herb |
Seed dispersal morphology | Adhesive (burrs, sticky, awns, hairs etc) |
Maximum height (m) | 0.75 |
Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
Native range | South America |
Exotic range (Australia) | NSW, SA, VIC, WA |
Exotic range (other) | Africa, Asia, Europe, Indian Ocean Islands |
Habitat types (exotic) | Agricultural land, Coastal vegetation/sand dunes, Disturbed areas (including trails), Pastures, Roadsides, Wastelands |
Soil type (exotic) | Sandy |
Decade of introduction | 1930 |
National Climate Change Impact
Invasive Class 3
The area of suitable habitat and the habitat suitability of observations, for this species, are projected to decrease or remain the same under RCP 8.5 2065 compared to current climate suitability.
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