Not a grass (Bidens species, commonly known as beggarticks or sticktights)
Bidens sp. · Broadleaf annual or perennial herbaceous plant (not a grass)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Weed / Wildflower
Hardiness Zones
Widely adaptable across USDA Zones 3-10.
Grass Family
Asteraceae (not Poaceae)
Variety / Cultivar
Wild type
About This Grass
The plant shown is not a grass, but a broadleaf flowering plant belonging to the daisy/sunflower family Asteraceae, featuring opposite serrated leaves and a bright yellow daisy-like flower head.
Blade Characteristics
Not applicable; plant has compound or deeply lobed/serrated broad leaves rather than grass blades.
Root System
Taproot system typical of broadleaf weeds
Growing Information
Origin Region
North America and widespread globally
Growth Habit
Erect, branching herbaceous plant
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate moisture requirements.
Mowing & Maintenance
Controlled via hand-pulling, broadleaf herbicides, or regular mowing.
Special Characteristics
Produces barbed seed heads that stick to clothing and animal fur.
Ecological Information
Provides nectar for pollinators but often considered a weed in turfgrass settings.