Solidago Rigida

Solidago, commonly known as goldenrod, is a vibrant and versatile perennial plant with clusters of small yellow flowers that brighten up gardens and attract pollinators. Solidago rugosa, commonly called rough goldenrod, rough-stemmed goldenrod or wrinkle-leaved goldenrod, features panicles of showy yellow flowers in late summer to fall (August to October). Aug 7, 2023 · Goldenrod (Solidago spp.) is a native North American wildflower that is often cultivated as a garden plant to support critical pollinator insects. The genus name, Solidago, is compounded from the Latin words solidus and ago, which together mean "to make whole." This references the plant's reputed healing properties. Goldenrod, (genus Solidago), genus of about 150 species of weedy, usually perennial herbs of the aster family (Asteraceae). Most of them are native to North America, though a few species grow in Europe.

Solidago species are perennials growing from woody caudices or rhizomes. Their stems range from decumbent (crawling) to ascending or erect, with a range of heights going from 5 cm (2.0 in) to over. Tall goldenrod, and two other nearly identical species -- giant goldenrod (Solidago gigantea) and Canada goldenrod (Solidago canadensis) -- are easily recognized by their impressive heights and. Aug 12, 2025 · Blooming from late summer to first frost, goldenrod belongs to the solidago genus. This hardy, herbaceous perennial grows up to 6 feet tall and is a valuable food source for migrating.