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Spiny Burweed

Xanthium spinosum var. ambrosioides

Asteraceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Xanthium spinosum var. ambrosioides is an annual ornamental plant that requires full sun and medium watering. It grows to a height of 0.5–1 meter and is suitable for USDA zones 4–9. This plant blooms from August to October with green flowers and prefers loamy or clay soils. It is not fragrant but attracts pollinators, is not toxic, and is not evergreen.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Low water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Clay

Height

0.3–1 m

Spread

0.3–0.6 m

Zones

5–8

Flower colors

Calendar
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Direct Sowing
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