Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cornuta
ID:
70192

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 64: 22 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069521



Common Names

  • Tickseed
  • Beggar Ticks
  • Bur Marigold


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Description

Bidens cornuta (also called Spanish Needles, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It is characterized by its yellow flower heads and its long, slender, pointed leaves. It is found in dry, disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens cornuta is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is a low-maintenance plant and attracts butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bidens cornuta is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round-shaped seed with a yellow or light-brown color. The seedlings are small, delicate, and have a light-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens cornuta is an annual herb that is native to North America. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is generally pest and disease free.

Where to Find Bidens cornuta

Bidens cornuta is native to the Americas and can be found in moist, shady areas, such as in rainforests.

Bidens cornuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens cornuta?

Bidens cornuta

What is the common name of Bidens cornuta?

Horned beggarticks

What is the natural habitat of Bidens cornuta?

Meadows, fields, and 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-26340: Based on the initial data import
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.