Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uapensis
ID:
132154

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Br.) Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 16: 115 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131483



Common Names

  • Bidens
  • Uapensis Bidens
  • Uapensis Bur-Marigold


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Synonyms

  • Campylotheca uapensis F.Br. [unknown]

Description

Bidens uapensis (also called Uapaca Bidens, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens uapensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat wounds, skin infections, and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bidens uapensis has small yellow flowers with four petals and a center of yellow disc florets. The seeds are small, black and oval shaped. The seedlings have small, oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens uapensis is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Bidens uapensis

Bidens uapensis can be found in the United States, primarily in the states of Arizona, California, and New Mexico.

Bidens uapensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens uapensis?

Bidens uapensis

What is the common name of Bidens uapensis?

Uapensis Bidens

What is the natural habitat of Bidens uapensis?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-92350: Based on the initial data import
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.
Forest B. H. Brown (1873-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Br.' in the authors string.