Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schaffneri
ID:
92081

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 56: 493. 1913

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091410



Common Names

  • Schaffneri Bidens
  • Bidens schaffneri
  • Schaffner's Bidens


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Synonyms

  • Coreopsis schaffneri A.Gray [unknown]
  • Bidens schaffneri schaffneri [unknown]

Description

Bidens schaffneri (also called Schaffner's Beggarticks, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the southwestern United States. It has yellow flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens schaffneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bidens schaffneri has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, wiry stems with small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens schaffneri is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Bidens schaffneri

Bidens schaffneri is native to Mexico and can be found in moist, grassy areas.

Bidens schaffneri FAQ

What type of soil does Bidens schaffneri prefer?

Bidens schaffneri prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the optimal temperature for Bidens schaffneri?

Bidens schaffneri prefers temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the optimal light for Bidens schaffneri?

Bidens schaffneri prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-47679: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.