Ambrosia dumosa
White bursage, burrobush
Previous scientific name(s):Franseria dumosa
Small, bushy shrub very common on slopes, plains and mesas between 500 and 3,000 ft. One of the most abundant shrubs in the desert. Occupies ecological niche similar to A. deltoidea but further west. Provides good forage to horses and wildlife.
| Group | Dicot |
| US Native | Native |
| Life Form | Perennial |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Active Growth Period | Spring Summer |
| Bloom Season | Late Winter |
| Mature Height (feet) | 2 |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Fertility Needs | Low |
| Toxicity | None |
| Fine Soil (adapted) | No |
| Medium Soil (adapted) | Yes |
| Coarse Soil (adapted) | Yes |
| Salinity Tolerance | Medium |
| Shade Tolerance | Intolerant |
| Moisture Requirements | Low |
| Fire Resistant | No |
| Fire Tolerance | None |
| Seed Period Start | Summer |
| Seed Period End | Fall |
| Seed / lb | 1500 |
| Seedling Vigor | High |
| Palatable (browser) | Low |
| Palatable (grazer) | Low |