Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canadensis
ID:
61446

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 878 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060775



Common Names

  • Canadian Goldenrod
  • Solidago Canadensis
  • Canada Goldenrod


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Description

Solidago canadensis (also called Canadian Goldenrod, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a few leaves. It grows in open woods, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Solidago canadensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive and respiratory problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Solidago canadensis var. lepida (DC.) Cronquist
Solidago canadensis var. hargeri Fernald

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Solidago canadensis is a small yellow flower with 5 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solidago canadensis is a perennial plant native to North America. It is easy to propagate by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can also be propagated from seed, though this is not always reliable.

Where to Find Solidago canadensis

Solidago canadensis can be found in North America, from Canada to Mexico. It is commonly found in moist meadows, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Solidago canadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solidago canadensis?

Solidago canadensis

What is the common name of Solidago canadensis?

Canadian Goldenrod

Where is Solidago canadensis found?

Solidago canadensis is found in North America.

Species in the Solidago genus

Solidago erecta, Solidago ericamerioides, Solidago latissimifolia, Solidago macrophylla, Solidago petiolaris, Solidago pringlei, Solidago nitida, Solidago shortii, Solidago drummondii, Solidago patula, Solidago radula, Solidago arenicola, Solidago leiocarpa, Solidago nemoralis, Solidago villosicarpa, Solidago nana, Solidago minutissima, Solidago chilensis, Solidago roanensis, Solidago curtisii, Solidago sempervirens, Solidago leiophallax, Solidago patagonica, Solidago azorica, Solidago asperula, Solidago velutina, Solidago odora, Solidago mexicana, Solidago kralii, Solidago flexicaulis, Solidago rugosa, Solidago plumosa, Solidago speciosa, Solidago bicolor, Solidago tarda, Solidago glomerata, Solidago rigidiuscula, Solidago sempervirens, Solidago maheuxii, Solidago pallida, Solidago caesia, Solidago delicatula, Solidago gracillima, Solidago speciosa, Solidago decurrens, Solidago ouachitensis, Solidago gattingeri, Solidago tortifolia, Solidago ulmifolia, Solidago ludoviciana,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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