Variety traits
Bidens ferulifolia (Jacq.) DC.
The inflorescence of Bidens is a capitulum (head) 2–6 cm in diameter, consisting of central tubular and peripheral ray florets. Breeding efforts are focused on increasing head size, developing double forms, and ensuring high flowering density for complete foliage coverage.
In the reference 15 varieties crop Apache beggartick, where this is mentioned in the description.
The capitulum-type inflorescence is a key ornamental trait of the crop. It includes a central disc with tubular florets and one or more rows of ray florets. In breeding protocols, the head diameter is measured in centimeters or millimeters, with typical values ranging from 2–4 cm, while improved cultivars reach 5–6 cm.
Important breeding markers include the structural type of the head, varying from single to double forms, as well as the number of ray florets. When evaluating cultivars, the distribution density of inflorescences on the plant is taken into account, as their high concentration at the stem terminals provides the necessary decorative effect in hanging baskets and container compositions.
General information about the subject — on the page Inflorescence.
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Bidens ferulifolia (Jacq.) DC. · Apache beggartick
Hofmann, Birgit Christa
Bidens ferulifolia (Jacq.) DC. · Apache beggartick
Syngenta Seeds B.V.
Bidens ferulifolia (Jacq.) DC. · Apache beggartick
van Kleinwee Theodorus Cornelis Maria
Bidens ferulifolia (Jacq.) DC. · Apache beggartick
Dümmen Group B.V.