Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
9627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2(2): 210 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000008956



Common Names

  • Nitida Solidago
  • Solidago Nitida
  • Nitida


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Synonyms

  • Oligoneuron nitidum Small [unknown]

Description

Solidago nitida (also called Goldenrod, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to North America and is found in dry meadows, open woods, and along roadsides. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Solidago nitida is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Solidago nitida has small yellow flowers that are arranged in a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solidago nitida is a perennial herb native to North America. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the clumps should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Solidago nitida

Solidago nitida is native to North America and can be found in Canada and the United States.

Solidago nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solidago nitida?

Solidago nitida

What is the common name of Solidago nitida?

Shiny Goldenrod

What is the natural habitat of Solidago nitida?

It is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and roadsides in the eastern United States and Canada.

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-10867: 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.