Bidens mitis, commonly known as Smallfruit Beggarticks, is an annual or sometimes perennial herb that is native to moist areas such as marshes, wet meadows, and the borders of estuaries and streams in the eastern, southeastern, and south-central United States, from eastern Texas to southern New Jersey. It can grow up to 39 inches tall and is characterized by its slender stems and lance-shaped leaves. The plant produces numerous small yellow flower heads throughout the summer and early fall, each containing both disc florets and ray florets, which are moderately showy and attract pollinators.

Smallfruit Beggarticks is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and is often used in rain gardens, wetland restoration projects, and as a component of native plantings in moist habitats. It prefers full sun to part shade and requires consistently moist to wet soil conditions. While not commonly used in formal garden settings, it can be beneficial for wildlife, particularly for native bees and butterflies. Gardeners should be aware that Bidens species can self-seed prolifically and may become weedy if not managed.CC BY-SA 4.0