Bidens aequisquama
Care, watering, light and tips for Bidens aequisquama on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
About Bidens aequisquama
Bidens aequisquama, commonly known as purple beggarticks, is an annual herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is characterized by its delicate mauve or pink flowers, which bloom profusely, creating a vibrant floral carpet. It is ideal for pots, path edges, or as ground cover in low-maintenance gardens, adding a wild and colorful touch.
Native range
Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay
Care tips
This plant thrives in full sun for optimal flowering, though it tolerates light partial shade. Watering should be regular, keeping the substrate moist but not waterlogged, especially during warm periods. Use a well-draining and fertile substrate. A common mistake is over-fertilization, which can promote foliage growth at the expense of flowering.
How to save a dying Bidens aequisquama
- Warning signs
- Wilting or yellowing leaves, soft stems, sparse flowering.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. Prune damaged parts.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and waterlogging, lack of direct sun or poor soil.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly to correct watering and location. It's resilient.