Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
houghtonii
ID:
109126

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Manual (Gray) 211. 1848

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000108455



Common Names

  • Houghton's Goldenrod
  • Houghton's Solidago
  • Solidago houghtonii


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Synonyms

  • Aster houghtonii S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Aster houghtonii Kuntze [unknown]
  • Oligoneuron houghtonii (A.Gray) G.L.Nesom [unknown]

Description

Solidago houghtonii (also called Houghton's Goldenrod, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has yellow flowers and narrow, green leaves. It is native to the eastern United States and is found in moist, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Solidago houghtonii is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin problems. It is also used as a natural dye and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Solidago houghtonii is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solidago houghtonii is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed in autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in pots in a cold frame and should be kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Solidago houghtonii

Solidago houghtonii is native to North America and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet prairies. It is also found in the Great Lakes region and the eastern United States.

Solidago houghtonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solidago houghtonii?

Solidago houghtonii

What is the common name of Solidago houghtonii?

Houghton's goldenrod

What is the natural habitat of Solidago houghtonii?

Mesic forests and woodlands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-6700: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.