Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
beckii
ID:
45933

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. ex Spreng.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Neue Entdeck. Pflanzenk. 2: 135 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045262



Common Names

  • Bidens
  • Beckii
  • Bidens Beckii


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Synonyms

  • Megalodonta beckii (Torr. ex Spreng.) Greene [unknown]
  • Megalodonta remota Greene [unknown]
  • Megalodonta nudata Greene [unknown]
  • Bidens beckii beckii [unknown]
  • Megalodonta beckii oregonensis Sherff [unknown]
  • Megalodonta beckii beckii [unknown]
  • Megalodonta beckii hendersonii Sherff [unknown]

Description

Bidens beckii (also called Beck's Bidens, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to North America and grows in moist grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens beckii is an edible plant that can be used in salads or as a vegetable. It is also known to have medicinal properties and can be used to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bidens beckii has yellow flowers with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens beckii is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

Where to Find Bidens beckii

Bidens beckii can be found in the Caribbean Islands.

Bidens beckii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens beckii?

Bidens beckii

What is the family of Bidens beckii?

Asteraceae

Where is Bidens beckii found?

It is found in the eastern United States and Canada

Species in the Bidens genus

Bidens alba, Bidens molokaiensis, Bidens oligoflora, Bidens steppia, Bidens pseudalausensis, Bidens cosmoides, Bidens cernua, Bidens ghedoensis, Bidens discoidea, Bidens trichosperma, Bidens ekmanii, Bidens gracillima, Bidens urceolata, Bidens anthemoides, Bidens micrantha, Bidens blakei, Bidens laevis, Bidens oblonga, Bidens torta, Bidens odora, Bidens triplinervia, Bidens leucocephala, Bidens valida, Bidens mooreensis, Bidens deltoidea, Bidens andongensis, Bidens kamerunensis, Bidens saltillensis, Bidens gentryi, Bidens aoraiensis, Bidens mexicana, Bidens connata, Bidens ferulifolia, Bidens setigera, Bidens mathewsii, Bidens cynapiifolia, Bidens andicola, Bidens socorrensis, Bidens macrocarpa, Bidens prestinaria, Bidens bigelovii, Bidens colimana, Bidens parviflora, Bidens kamtschatica, Bidens collina, Bidens pringlei, Bidens barteri, Bidens negriana, Bidens fischeri, Bidens vincifolia,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-143773: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.