Ozark Beggar Ticks
(Bidens polylepis)
Ozark Beggar Ticks (Bidens polylepis)
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Michael J. Papay
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Photo by: Michael J. Papay | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Michael J. Papay | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2021-08-21T09:03:33-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Bidens polylepis, commonly known as Ozark Beggar Ticks, is a deciduous perennial herb native to moist meadows, floodplains, and woodland edges in the Central and Eastern USA, including Missouri, Arkansas, and parts of Ontario. It typically grows to a height of 1-4 feet (0.3-1.2 meters) and a width of 0.8-3 feet (0.2-0.9 meters). The plant features lance-shaped leaves and produces clusters of small, bright yellow flowers in the late summer to fall, which are moderately showy and attract pollinators.
Ozark Beggar Ticks is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and is often used in rain gardens, native plant gardens, and as part of erosion control measures. It is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal care once established. This species is particularly beneficial for supporting local pollinators and can be used to enhance biodiversity in a garden setting. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade and requires consistently moist to wet soil with good drainage. While generally disease-free, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew in overly humid conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Ozark Beggar Ticks is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and is often used in rain gardens, native plant gardens, and as part of erosion control measures. It is relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal care once established. This species is particularly beneficial for supporting local pollinators and can be used to enhance biodiversity in a garden setting. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade and requires consistently moist to wet soil with good drainage. While generally disease-free, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew in overly humid conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-4 feet
- Width: 0.8-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: High
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Moist meadows, floodplains, and woodland edges
Other Names
Common Names: Long-Bracted Beggars’ Ticks, Coreopsis Beggars’ Ticks, Ozark Tickseed-Sunflower, Awnless Beggarticks, Long-Bracted Beggarticks, Long-Bracted Tickseed-Sunflower, Bident À Écailles Nombreuses
Scientific Names: , Bidens polylepis, Bidens aristosa var. retrorsa, Bidens polylepis var. retrorsa, Coreopsis involucrata, Bidens involucrata, Bidens aristosa f. involucrata, Bidens involucrata var. involucrata, Bidens involucrata var. retrorsa, Bidens polylepis f. retrorsa
GBIF Accepted Name: Bidens polylepis S.F.Blake