Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flagellaris
ID:
137756

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 248 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137085



Common Names

  • Flagellate Beggarticks
  • Flagellate Bur-Marigold
  • Flagellate Sticktight


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Description

Bidens flagellaris (also called Flagellar Bidens, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, yellow flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to the Americas and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens flagellaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bidens flagellaris is a yellow-orange disc floret, with a few yellow ray florets. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling has two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens flagellaris is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Bidens flagellaris

Bidens flagellaris can be found in moist, shady areas throughout North America.

Bidens flagellaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens flagellaris?

Bidens flagellaris

What is the common name of Bidens flagellaris?

Whiplash Bidens

What is the habitat of Bidens flagellaris?

Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

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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