Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malawiensis
ID:
30869

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mesfin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Sinet 12(2): 125 (1989) (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030198



Common Names

  • Malawi Bidens
  • Malawi Bur-marigold
  • Malawi Beggarticks


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Description

Bidens malawiensis (also called 'Malawi Bidens', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a single stem and a rosette of leaves at the base. It is native to Malawi and is found in tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens malawiensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bidens malawiensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and have a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens malawiensis is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or by division of the clumps.

Where to Find Bidens malawiensis

Bidens malawiensis is native to tropical regions of Africa and can be found growing in moist, well-drained soils in areas with full sun exposure.

Bidens malawiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens malawiensis?

Bidens malawiensis

What is the common name of Bidens malawiensis?

Malawi Bidens

What is the natural habitat of Bidens malawiensis?

Mountainous regions

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-129195: Based on the initial data import
Mesfin Tadesse (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mesfin' in the authors string.