Genus Bidens (Noun)
Meaning
Bur marigolds.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Bur marigolds are members of the genus Bidens, which has a wide range of useful traits for medicinal and edible applications.
- In Illinois, the genus Bidens has a number of species known as bur marigolds, which are used to treat a variety of ailments.
- Several species within the genus Bidens, such as Bidens pilosa, are known for their bittersweet flavor and are used as a leafy green vegetable.
- Bidens, commonly referred to as the genus Bidens, is often confused with the marigold flower, but they are two distinct plants with different characteristics.
- Bidens alba is a species of the genus Bidens that has been used traditionally to treat various cultural maladies and ailments.