Species:
chrysanthemifolia
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sherff
Source:
gcc
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 61: 501 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083871
Common Names
- Bidens
- Giant Bidens
- Golden Bidens
Synonyms
- Cosmos chrysanthemoides Kunth [unknown]
- Cosmea chrysanthemifolia Spreng. [unknown]
- Cosmos chrysanthemifolius Kunth [unknown]
- Bidens chrysanthemifolia chrysanthemifolia [unknown]
- Bidens kunthii Sch.Bip. [unknown]
- Bidens parvulifolia Sherff [unknown]
- Bidens chrysanthemifolia typica Sherff [unknown]
- Bidens chrysanthemifolia parvulifolia Sherff [unknown]
Description
Bidens chrysanthemifolia (also called 'Golden-Flowered Bidens', 'Golden-Flowered Daisy', and 'Golden-Flowered Sunflower', among many other common names) is an annual wildflower native to South America. It has a single stem and grows to a height of 0.3-1 m. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Bidens chrysanthemifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bidens chrysanthemifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bidens chrysanthemifolia is a fast-growing annual that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds directly in the garden in late spring or early summer. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly. Once established, the plant will need minimal care.
Where to Find Bidens chrysanthemifolia
Bidens chrysanthemifolia is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Bidens chrysanthemifolia FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Bidens chrysanthemifolia?
Bidens chrysanthemifolia prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
What is the best way to propagate Bidens chrysanthemifolia?
The best way to propagate Bidens chrysanthemifolia is by division or cuttings.
What pests and diseases affect Bidens chrysanthemifolia?
Bidens chrysanthemifolia is generally pest and disease free, but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and aphids.
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,