Bidens trichosperma
(Marsh Tickseed)

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               Seedpod                                           Leaf                                            Stem                                        Seed                                          Habit



               Seedling

Facts About this Plant:

    Common Names: Marsh Tickseed, Marsh Beggarticks, Crowned Tickseed, Northern Tickseed-sunflower, Tall Tickseed Sunflower, Tall Swamp Marigold
    Synonyms: Bidens coronata
      Lifespan: Annual
      Zones: N/A
      Type: Forb
      Bloom Time: August - October
      Status: Native
      Range:

    Bidens trichosperma, or Marsh Tickseed, is native to much of the eastern half of the US, but is rare in the Southeast, and is most heavily concentrated in the Great Lakes area. It is an annual that grows in swamps, wet meadows and fields, streambanks, pond margins and vernal pools. It blooms from late summer into fall, with medium golden-yellow flowers.

    This plant looks similar to some other members of the genus. More information will be posted at a later time about differentiating other species.

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