Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riddellii
ID:
114662

Status:
valid

Authors:
Frank

Source:
gcc

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. West. States 57. 1835 [Jan-Apr 1835]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000113991



Common Names

  • Solidago riddellii
  • Riddell's Goldenrod
  • Riddell's Solidago


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Description

Solidago riddellii (also called Riddell's Goldenrod, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils in deserts, chaparral, and grasslands. It has a woody base and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are gray-green and covered with short, white hairs. Its flowers are yellow and bloom from April to June.

Uses & Benefits

Solidago riddellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects, such as bees and butterflies, to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Solidago riddellii has yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solidago riddellii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divided plants should be planted in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Solidago riddellii

Solidago riddellii is native to the United States and can be found in the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

Solidago riddellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solidago riddellii?

Solidago riddellii

What is the common name of Solidago riddellii?

Riddell's Goldenrod

What is the habitat of Solidago riddellii?

It is found in dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides.

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-755: Based on the initial data import
Joseph C. Frank (1782-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frank' in the authors string.