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Spanish needle
Bidens alba
In the United States:
Native
· also called spanish needles, beggarticks, shepherd's needles
Honeybees forage heavily on Bidens alba for its rich nectar and pollen supplies, contributing to significant honey flows in southern regions during late summer. Peak blooming aligns with July through September, extending forage availability into fall. This plant can act as a weed in disturbed areas, with seeds that cling to fur and clothing, so beekeepers may need to control spread near apiaries.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | January–December |
| Hardiness zones | 8-11 |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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