Bidens tripartita

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Definition

Noun 1. A species of flowering plant: Bidens tripartita is the scientific name for a specific type of bur marigold, a herbaceous annual plant belonging to the aster family (Asteraceae). It is characterized by its tripartite (three-part) leaves and small yellow flowers that produce barbed seeds (achenes) that cling to fur and clothing.

Usage
  • is commonly found in damp, nutrient-rich soils across temperate regions of Eurasia.
  • The barbed fruits of are an effective adaptation for seed dispersal by animals.
  • Botanists study the growth patterns of in various wetland habitats.
Advanced Usage
  • In botanical and ecological texts, the binomial nomenclature is used for precise scientific identification, distinguishing it from other species within the genus.
  • The common name "trifid bur-marigold" is sometimes used, directly referencing its tripartite leaf structure.
Variants and Related Words
  • Trifid bur-marigold: A common name for this species.
  • Bur marigold: The general common name for plants in the genus.
  • Bidens: The genus name, which includes many similar species with barbed seeds.
  • Asteraceae: The plant family to which it belongs.
Synonyms
  • Trifid bur-marigold
  • Three-lobe beggarticks (a less common common name)
Related Phrases
  • Bur-producing plant: A descriptive phrase highlighting its key characteristic.
  • Wetland annual: A phrase describing its habitat and life cycle.
Noun
  1. bur marigold of temperate Eurasia

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