Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
raiateensis
ID:
75612

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.W.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 102: 47 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074941



Common Names

  • Raiateensis Bidens
  • Bidens Raiateensis
  • Raiateensis Daisy


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Description

Bidens raiateensis (also called Raiatea Bidens, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem. It is native to the Society Islands, and grows in moist and wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens raiateensis is a flowering plant that is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bidens raiateensis is yellow and daisy-like, with a central disc of yellow disc florets surrounded by yellow ray florets. The seeds are small and dark. The seedlings are thin and fragile with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens raiateensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in borders or rock gardens and should be divided every two to three years.

Where to Find Bidens raiateensis

Bidens raiateensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Pacific Islands.

Bidens raiateensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens raiateensis?

Bidens raiateensis

What is the common name of Bidens raiateensis?

Raiateensis Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Bidens raiateensis?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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-31648: Based on the initial data import
John William Moore (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Moore' in the authors string.