Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macroptera
ID:
130156

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex Chiov.) Mesfin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal. 24(1): 48 (1984): (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000129485



Common Names

  • Large-Leaf Bidens
  • Large-Leaf Bur-Marigold
  • Large-Leaf Tickseed


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Description

Bidens macroptera (also called Bidens, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has a short stem and grows to a height of about 1.5 meters. Its leaves are lanceolate, serrated and have a white midrib. This plant is commonly found in moist habitats such as wetlands, streams, and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens macroptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make tea and has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bidens macroptera has yellow, daisy-like flowers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens macroptera is a fast-growing, annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in spring or early summer and thin the seedlings to about 10 cm apart. The plants will flower in late summer and can be cut back after flowering to encourage new growth. Propagation can also be done by division of established plants.

Where to Find Bidens macroptera

Bidens macroptera can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Bidens macroptera FAQ

What are the common names of Bidens macroptera?

Bidens macroptera is commonly known as the Large-winged Bidens.

What is the optimal temperature for Bidens macroptera?

Bidens macroptera prefers temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil does Bidens macroptera prefer?

Bidens macroptera prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

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-90414: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Mesfin Tadesse (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mesfin' in the authors string.
Emilio Chiovenda (1871-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiov.' in the authors string.