Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
44801

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 81: 49 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044130



Common Names

  • Bidens brasiliensis
  • Brazilian Bur-marigold
  • Brazilian Bidens


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Description

Bidens brasiliensis (also called Brazilian beggarticks, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers and grows to a height of about 1 foot. It is found in open fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas, and prefers sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bidens brasiliensis is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is an achene, which is a small, dry, one-seeded fruit. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens brasiliensis is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is best grown in full sun in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed.

Where to Find Bidens brasiliensis

Bidens brasiliensis is native to South America. It can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, shrublands, and open woodlands.

Bidens brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens brasiliensis?

Bidens brasiliensis

What is the common name of Bidens brasiliensis?

Brazilian Bur-Marigold

What is the habitat of Bidens brasiliensis?

Moist, disturbed areas

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,

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