Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
holwayi
ID:
121243

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff & S.F.Blake

Source:
gcc

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 64: 39 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120572

Common Names

  • Holwayi Bidens
  • Bidens Holwayi
  • Holwayi Bur-Marigold

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Synonyms

  • Bidens holwayi holwayi [unknown]

Description

Bidens holwayi (also called Holway's Bur-Marigold, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has yellow flowers and grows in grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens holwayi is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin irritations. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues. The plant is also used as an ornamental plant, with its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bidens holwayi is yellow, with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped achene. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a few hairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens holwayi is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several parts and each part replanted in a new location.

Where to Find Bidens holwayi

Bidens holwayi is found in the Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Canary Islands.

Bidens holwayi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens holwayi?

Bidens holwayi

What type of plant is Bidens holwayi?

A perennial herb

Where is Bidens holwayi found?

It is found in the western United States and Canada

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-81828: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.