The Ahwatukee desert is a destination for many because of the warm climate and dry weather. It is also home to many plants that can wreak havoc on one’s allergies. Discover plants that are know allergenic triggers.
This large plant can grow to 6 feet and is common throughout southwestern Arizona and the southern half of Baja California. It can be found in desert washes, irrigation canals, and road sides. The flower is wind-pollinated and the pollen can cause allergy symptoms in individuals sensitive to other varieties of ragweed. Pollinates: March-June (More)
Burro Brush, also called White Burro Brush, is found throughout the Sonaran desert of Arizona. It is wind pollinated, and a significant cause of allergy symptoms in the spring. Pollinates: March-April (Flower)
Canyon Ragweed (Ambrosia ambrosioides)
/in Arizona Allergenic Plant Guide, Weeds /by brianmillhollonThis large plant can grow to 6 feet and is common throughout southwestern Arizona and the southern half of Baja California. It can be found in desert washes, irrigation canals, and road sides. The flower is wind-pollinated and the pollen can cause allergy symptoms in individuals sensitive to other varieties of ragweed. Pollinates: March-June (More)
Burrobrush (Hymenoclea salsola)
/in Arizona Allergenic Plant Guide, Weeds /by brianmillhollonBurro Brush, also called White Burro Brush, is found throughout the Sonaran desert of Arizona. It is wind pollinated, and a significant cause of allergy symptoms in the spring. Pollinates: March-April (Flower)