Acaena novae-zelandiae
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Acaena novae-zelandiae (bidi-bidi,[1] biddy-biddy,[2] bidgee-widgee,[3] or piri-piri-bur[4]) is an ornamental plant[5] 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][6] The common name bidi-bidi is a corruption of the Māori name for this plant, piripiri.[1]
Historical uses
Bidgee-widgee was used as a tea substitute by early explorers.
Characteristics
Bidgee-widgee is a prostrate herb. One plant can cover up to 4-5 square meters in favorable conditions. A burr is left after the flowers fall.
References
- ^ a b Te Ara Encyclopedia of New Zealand
- ^ Acaena novae-zelandiae at USDA Plants Database Profile
- ^ a b GRIN Species Profile
- ^ "BSBI List 2007". Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland. Archived from the original (xls) on 25 February 2015. Retrieved 2014-10-17.
{{cite web}}: Unknown parameter|deadurl=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ Wood, John (2006). Hardy Perennials and Old Fashioned Flowers. Project Gutenberg Literary Archive Foundation.
- ^ Jepson Manual Treatment
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