Status:
valid
Authors:
Majeed Kak & Javeid
Source:
gcc
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 79(1): 175 (1982) (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000074503
Common Names
- Four-spined Stickseed
- Four-spined Burweed
- Four-spined Burr-weed
Description
Bidens tetraspinosa (also called four-spined beggarticks, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to North America and grows in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Bidens tetraspinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin wounds and infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bidens tetraspinosa has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bidens tetraspinosa is an annual plant that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed. Cuttings can also be used, but will take longer to germinate.
Where to Find Bidens tetraspinosa
Bidens tetraspinosa is native to India and can be found in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, and Manipur.
Bidens tetraspinosa FAQ
What is the common name of Bidens tetraspinosa?
Common name of Bidens tetraspinosa is Four-spined Bur-marigold
What is the habitat of Bidens tetraspinosa?
Bidens tetraspinosa is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas
What is the flowering period of Bidens tetraspinosa?
Bidens tetraspinosa flowers from August to October
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
A. Majeed Kak: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Majeed Kak' in the authors string.
G.N. Javeid: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Javeid' in the authors string.