Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riedelii
ID:
29577

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
gcc

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(3): 246 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028906



Common Names

  • Bidens Riedelii
  • Riedel's Bidens
  • Riedel's Bur-Marigold


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Synonyms

  • Bidens riedelii riedelii [unknown]
  • Bidens riedelii riedelii [unknown]
  • Gymnopsis glaberrima Sch.Bip. ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Bidens riedelii (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and is commonly found in moist habitats such as grasslands and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens riedelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees, and its leaves can be used as a natural mulch.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bidens riedelii has small yellow flowers, small black seeds and seedlings with a pair of linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens riedelii is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Bidens riedelii

Bidens riedelii can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America, including parts of Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil.

Bidens riedelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens riedelii?

Bidens riedelii

What is the common name of Bidens riedelii?

Riedel's beggarticks

What is the natural habitat of Bidens riedelii?

It is found in damp meadows, pastures, and along roadsides in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia

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