White Bursage (Ambrosia Dumosa) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Ambrosia dumosa is a native, drought-deciduous shrub common in the creosote bush scrub community of the Mojave and Sonoran deserts.

White Bursage

White Bursage

Ambrosia Dumosa

Ambrosia dumosa is a native, drought-deciduous shrub common in the creosote bush scrub community of the Mojave and Sonoran deserts.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for White Bursage

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Ambrosia