Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zairensis
ID:
93677

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lisowski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 57(3-4): 466 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093006



Common Names

  • Bidens zairensis
  • Zaire Bidens
  • African Daisy


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Description

Bidens zairensis (also called African Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow-orange daisy-like flowers. It is native to Central Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens zairensis is a popular medicinal plant, used to treat a range of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Bidens zairensis flower is yellow and daisy-like in shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens zairensis is a fast-growing annual plant that is easy to propagate from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Once the plants are established, they will need regular watering and fertilizing. The plant can be propagated by division or cuttings in the spring.

Where to Find Bidens zairensis

Bidens zairensis can be found in tropical regions of Africa, including parts of Zaire, Uganda, and Kenya.

Bidens zairensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens zairensis?

Bidens zairensis

What are the common names of Bidens zairensis?

African Daisy

What is the native range of Bidens zairensis?

Africa

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-49238: Based on the initial data import
Stanisław Lisowski (1924-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lisowski' in the authors string.