Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fischeri
ID:
22420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sherff

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 76: 158 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000021749

Common Names

  • Fischer's Bur-Marigold
  • Fischer's Bidens
  • Bidens fischeri

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Synonyms

  • Coreopsis fischeri O.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Bidens fischeri (also called Fischer's Bur-Marigold, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has a single stem with alternate, lanceolate leaves. It is found in open fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bidens fischeri is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and as a diuretic. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bidens fischeri is a yellow-orange color and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bidens fischeri is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate a wide range of soils, including clay. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Bidens fischeri

Bidens fischeri can be found in Central and South America.

Bidens fischeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bidens fischeri?

Bidens fischeri

What is the common name of Bidens fischeri?

Fischer's Bur-Marigold

What is the natural habitat of Bidens fischeri?

It is native to moist forests in East Asia

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