Status:
valid
Authors:
Sherff
Source:
gcc
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 76: 159 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025076
Common Names
- Diverse Bidens
- Diverse Bidens
- Diverse Bidens
Description
Bidens diversa (also called 'Variegated Beggarticks', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has toothed leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and prefers acidic soil.
Uses & Benefits
Bidens diversa is a plant that is known for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant and as a food source.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Bidens diversa sub. diversa
Bidens diversa sub. filiformis (Sherff) T.G.J.Rayner
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bidens diversa is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, dark brown and has a diameter of 1 mm. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bidens diversa is a perennial plant that is best propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in the spring and thinned as they grow. Once established, the plant will self-seed and spread quickly.
Where to Find Bidens diversa
Bidens diversa is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils in open areas.
Bidens diversa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bidens diversa?
Bidens diversa
What is the family of Bidens diversa?
Asteraceae
Where is Bidens diversa found?
North America
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,