Arizona beggarticks (Bidens aurea)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Bidens aurea is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The leaves are possibly used as a tea substitute. — The leaves are possibly used as a tea substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

Marshy fields. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)