Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
segetum
ID:
26725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Colla

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Herb. Pedem. iii. 307 (1834).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026054



Common Names

  • Bidens segetum
  • Field Bident
  • Field Bur-marigold


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Synonyms

  • Bidens multiserrata Sch.Bip. [unknown]
  • Bidens speciosa Gardner [unknown]
  • Bidens speciosa speciosa [unknown]
  • Bidens segetum segetum [unknown]
  • Bidens rubifolia silvatica Baker in Mart. [unknown]

Description

Bidens segetum (also called Corn Marigold, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens segetum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and is drought tolerant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bidens segetum var. patula (Gardner) Sherff

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bidens segetum has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard shell. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens segetum is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be sown directly in the garden in spring or fall. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate poor soils.

Where to Find Bidens segetum

Bidens segetum can be found in Europe, including parts of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Bidens segetum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens segetum?

Bidens segetum

What is the common name of Bidens segetum?

Field Bidens

What is the natural habitat of Bidens segetum?

Dry, sandy, open woods, clearings, and roadsides

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-125172: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Luigi Aloysius Colla (1766-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colla' in the authors string.