Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chiapensis
ID:
86727

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
gcc

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 6: 76 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086056



Common Names

  • Chiapas Tickseed
  • Tickseed Sunflower
  • Chiapas Sunflower


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Synonyms

  • Bidens chiapensis feddemana (Sherff) Melchert [unknown]
  • Bidens mcvaughii Sherff [unknown]
  • Bidens arbuscula Ant.Molina [unknown]
  • Bidens chiapensis chiapensis [unknown]
  • Bidens feddemana Sherff [unknown]
  • Bidens demissa Sherff [unknown]

Description

Bidens chiapensis (also called Chiapas Tickseed, among many other common names) is an herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist, sandy, and rocky soils, and is often found in grasslands, savannas, and woodlands. Its leaves are small and lance-shaped, and its flowers are yellow and clustered.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens chiapensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin ailments, wounds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bidens chiapensis is a yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens chiapensis is an annual herb native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a light, sandy soil. The plants should be planted in a sunny, well-drained position.

Where to Find Bidens chiapensis

Bidens chiapensis is native to Mexico and can be found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops. It is available for purchase from online nurseries and garden centers.

Bidens chiapensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens chiapensis?

Bidens chiapensis

What type of plant is Bidens chiapensis?

Herb

Where is Bidens chiapensis native to?

Mexico

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