Bidens Aurea: A Popular Flowering Plant for Gardens

Origin and Distribution

Bidens aurea, also known as Arizona beggarticks, is a North American species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is widespread across much of Mexico and found in various habitats, including roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Varieties and Appearance

Bidens aurea is known for its prolific flowering habit, producing abundant yellow or orange daisy-like blooms. Newer varieties have expanded the color range to include pink, gold, and white. These vigorous bushy perennials typically grow 12-15m tall and feature finely dissected pinnate leaves.

Popular Cultivars

Some of the most common Bidens aurea cultivars include:

• Bidens Hawaiian Flare
• Bidens triplinervia
• Bidens bipinnata (nodding bur marigold)
• Bidens cernua

They offer a range of bloom colors and heights, making them suitable for various garden designs.

Other Common Names

Besides Arizona beggarticks, Bidens aurea is also known by other common names, including tickseed and beggars ticks, due to its seed heads that cling to clothing and fur.