Acaena novae-zelandiae
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Rosids |
| Order: | Rosales |
| Family: | Rosaceae |
| Genus: | Acaena |
| Species: | A. novae-zelandiae |
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| Acaena novae-zelandiae Kirk |
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Acaena novae-zelandiae (Bidi-bidi[1] or Biddy-biddy[2] or Bidgee-widgee[3]) is an ornamental plant[4] native to New Zealand and Australia. It can also be found elsewhere as an introduced species, and is considered a noxious weed in some areas, such as Hawaii and California.[3][5]
[edit] Historical Uses
Bidgee-Widgee was actually used as a tea substitute for early explorers
[edit] Characteristics
Bidgee-Widgee is a prostrate herb. One plant can cover up to 4-5 square meters under ideal condition. Plants have a burr which is formed after flowering.
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