Allergens 101
Common Ragweed
Ambrosia artemisifolia
An agressive weed and a major contributor to allergic reactions during the later end of the summer. A single plant of common ragweed can produce millions of pollen grains, which usually travel long distances.
Common symptoms
Hay fever
A runny nose, stuffiness, and sneezing are very common
Eye allergies
Itchy, watery, or red eyes are very common
Asthma
Coughing, wheezing, chest congestion, chest tightness and shortness of breath
Seasons and Regions
Northwest
Midwest
Northeast
Southwest
South Central
Southeast
Alaska
Hawaii
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Where is Ragweed found?
Common ragweed is native to North and Central America but due to climate change, increased urbanization and long-distance transportation, it’s now widely found across the world.
Recommended solutions
Avoid the allergen as best as you can and reduce symptoms through over-the-counter medications. If you would like to prevent your allergies from progressing or are looking for long-term relief, talk to your doctor about allergy immunotherapy or find out if you are eligible for NectarRx Allergy Treatment.
Check pollen counts daily
Use Benadryl, Claritin, or Zyrtec as needed
Treat with allergen immunotherapy