Status:
valid
Authors:
Thuill.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1799
Citation Micro:
Fl. Env. Paris, ed. 2. 432. 1799 [24 Jun 1799]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044153
Common Names
- Radiate Bur-Marigold
- Radiate Bur-Marigold Daisy
- Radiate Daisy
Synonyms
- Bidens fastigiata fastigiata [unknown]
- Bidens radiata radiata [unknown]
- Bidens radiata radiata [unknown]
- Bidens radiata microcephala C.H.An [unknown]
- Bidens tripartita pinnatifida (Turcz. ex DC.) Beck [unknown]
- Bidens radiata perpusilla Domin [unknown]
Description
Bidens radiata (also called Rayless Bur-Marigold, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North and South America. It typically grows in disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Bidens radiata is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and coughs. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Bidens radiata var. pinnatifida (Turcz. ex DC.) Kitam.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bidens radiata is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is an achene, which is a small, dry, one-seeded fruit. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bidens radiata is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer and early autumn. Stems should be cut just below a node and planted in moist soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Bidens radiata
Bidens radiata is native to North and South America.
Bidens radiata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bidens radiata?
Bidens radiata
What is the common name of Bidens radiata?
Toothed Bur Marigold
What is the family of Bidens radiata?
Asteraceae
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,