Plant Id Hi I noticed this plant in three places in the yard. What is it ? thanks a lot

It's a type of Spanish Needles, I think it's Devil's Beggartick (Bidens frondosa), but there are some other similar species.

Agree with Bidens frondosa, lacking in ray florets.

Thank you. I wonder if it's edible for rabbits I'm going to have to do some weeding soon

Bidens tripartita or also two teeth
It is a persistent weed seeds have two arrows, and Pierce to clothing
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Not only would Bidens frondosa be a good Rabbit food, it is good for human folks in salads or as a cooked vegetable (flowers & young leaves).

Medicinally, the plant is a broad spectrum antibiotic ( gram - & gram +). Topically it will fight infections better than any store bought medication (used fresh).

It is a weedy inclusion in a garden, but if you have room for it, it is good medicine!

And a great nectar source for all manner of pollinators not to mention the Monarch butterflies get sustenance from it during their migration.

awesome thank you! the rabbits loved it !