Arizona beggar-ticks (Bidens aurea, Bot. Gaz. 59: 313 (1915))

Family: Asteraceae

Author: (Aiton) Sherff

Bibliography: Bot. Gaz. 59: 313 (1915)

Year: 1915

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Bidens

Vegetable: False

Observations: Arizona to Guatemala

Description

Arizona beggar-ticks, known scientifically as Bidens aurea, is a captivating flowering plant nestled within the Asteraceae family. This species, first classified by botanist William Aiton and later expanded upon by Earl Sherff, was detailed in the Botanical Gazette in 1915. Recognized for its vibrant yellow blossoms and distinctive spear-like seeds, Arizona beggar-ticks holds a prominent position in the landscapes stretching from the sunny expanses of Arizona through to the diverse terrains of Guatemala.

The plant thrives across a range of elevations and habitats, showcasing its versatility and adaptability. Observers may note its presence alongside rivers, in moist meadows, and other areas where water availability supports its growth. The striking flowers of Bidens aurea not only contribute to the ecosystem’s aesthetic appeal but also play a critical role in supporting pollinators, making it an essential component of its native environments.

In addition to its natural beauty, Arizona beggar-ticks has been subject to various botanical studies, underscoring its ecological significance and robust nature. Its adaptability also presents potential for gardening and ornamental use in appropriate climates, particularly where a burst of yellow can enliven any garden space. Whether viewed as a wildflower or cultivated for its splendor, Bidens aurea continues to attract admiration and interest from botanists and plant enthusiasts alike.

Common Names

Spa: amor seco dorado, aceitilla, chilca, té castellano, té de huerta, té de milpa, té moruno
Eng: apache beggarticks, arizona beggar-ticks, arizona beggarticks
Fra: bident doré
Ita: forbicina lineare
Deu: gold-zweizahn, goldener zweizahn
Swe: ampelskära
Por: carrapicho-amarelo, chá-de-espanha, chá-de-marrocos, margarida-de-carrapicho, picão-amarelo, vara-de-mendigo
En: Arizona beggar-ticks, Arizona beggarticks, Arizona beggartick, Apache beggarticks, Bur-marigold
Ca: Bident auri
Fi: Hehkurusokki, Amppelirusokki
Fr: Bident doré
De: Goldener Zweizahn, Gold-Zweizahn
Hu: Balkon aranya
It: Forbicina lineare
Pl: Uczep zapaliczkowaty
Pt: Chá-de-marrocos, Carrapicho-amarelo, Chá-de-espanha, Margarida-de-carrapicho, Picão-amarelo, Vara-de-mendigo
Es: Amor seco dorado, Aceitilla, Chilca, Té castellano, Té de huerta, Té de milpa, Té moruno
Sv: Ampelskära

Synonyms

• Bidens ferulifolia var. ludens ((A.Gray) Sherff)
• Coreopsis ambigua (Nutt.)
• Bidens ferulifolia var. foeniculifolia ((DC.) Sherff)
• Diodonta aurea ((Aiton) Nutt.)
• Coreopsis foeniculacea (Moc. & Sessé ex DC.)
• Bidens ferulifolia var. typica (Sherff)
• Bidens warszewicziana (Regel)
• Coreopsis nitida (Cav.)
• Kerneria ferulifolia ((Jacq.) Cass.)
• Bidens warszewicziana var. pinnata (Regel)
• Bidens foeniculifolia (DC.)
• Bidens warszewicziana var. bipinnata (Regel)
• Coreopsis incurva (Moench)
• Bidens warszewicziana var. simplicifolia (Regel)
• Bidens decolorata (Kunth)
• Bidens arguta var. luxurians ((Willd.) DC.)
• Bidens longifolia (DC.)
• Diodonta leptophylla (Nutt.)
• Diodonta mitis (Nutt.)
• Bidens procera (D.Don)
• Bidens heterophylla var. wrightii (A.Gray)
• Bidens ludens (A.Gray)
• Coreopsis aurea var. subintegra (Torr. & A.Gray)
• Bidens arguta (Kunth)
• Bidens tetragona ((Cerv.) DC.)
• Coreopsis arguta (Pursh)
• Coreopsis trichosperma var. aurea ((Aiton) Nutt.)
• Bidens ferulifolia ((Jacq.) Sweet)
• Bidens luxurians (Willd.)
• Coreopsis aurea (Aiton)
• Coreopsis aurea var. incisa (Torr. & A.Gray)
• Coreopsis aurea var. leptophylla ((Nutt.) Torr. & A.Gray)
• Coreopsis tetragona (Cerv.)
• Bidens aurea var. wrightii ((A.Gray) Sherff)
• Bidens schaffneri var. wrightii ((A.Gray) Melchert)
• Coreopsis ferulifolia (Jacq.)
• Bidens heterophylla (Ortega)

Distribution

• Arizona (native)
• Guatemala (native)
• Mexico Central (native)
• Mexico Gulf (native)
• Mexico Northeast (native)
• Mexico Northwest (native)
• Mexico Southeast (native)
• Mexico Southwest (native)
• Argentina Northeast (introduced)
• Baleares (introduced)
• Canary Is. (introduced)
• France (introduced)
• Germany (introduced)
• Italy (introduced)
• Morocco (introduced)
• New South Wales (introduced)
• Norway (introduced)
• Poland (introduced)
• Portugal (introduced)
• Sicilia (introduced)
• Spain (introduced)
• Uruguay (introduced)

Additional Images

Flower

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Taken Oct 10, 2017 by Andrew Watts (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

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Habit

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Bark

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Other

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Taken Oct 15, 2016 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Fruit

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:32316-2)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5391802)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Bidens aurea (Aiton) Sherff)

Specifications

Growth form>: Single Crown

Growth habit>: Forb/herb

Growth rate>: Rapid

Growth

Ph maximum: 8.6

Ph minimum: 5.0

Light: 8

Atmospheric humidity: 7

Soil nutriments: 8