Ambrosia pumila - San Diego Ambrosia (Plant)

Endangered throughout its range, this vigorous groundcover is drought tolerant and adaptable. It is one of few natives that can be used as a groundcover between pavers. It grows well in many soils, but can be invasive. Plant Characteristics Family Name Asteraceae Species Name Ambrosia pumila Common Name San Diego Ambrosia Plant Type Perennial Sun Exposure Coast-Sun, Inland-Part Sun, Inland-Shade, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Any Flower Color Green Flowering Months April, May, June, July Evergreen/Deciduous Summer deciduous/dormant Height by Width 1ft. x 10ft. Growth Rate Slow Endangered 1B.1 (rare/endangered) Growth Habit Spreading, Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Southern South Coast, Peninsular Ranges (Riverside and San Diego counties); Baja CA Na