Solidago rupestris - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupestris
ID:
132973
Status:
valid
Authors:
Raf.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1820
Citation Micro:
Ann. Nat. : 14 (1820)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132302
Common Names
- Solidago rupestris
- Rocky Mountain Goldenrod
- Rocky Mountain Goldenrod
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Solidago rupestris (also called Rock Goldenrod, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a woody base and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Solidago rupestris is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Solidago rupestris is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are hairy and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Solidago rupestris is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It prefers dry, rocky soils and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in the spring. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in the spring or autumn. Plant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix and water regularly until established.
Where to Find Solidago rupestris
Solidago rupestris can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Solidago rupestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Solidago rupestris?
Solidago rupestris
What is the common name of Solidago rupestris?
Rocky Mountain Goldenrod
What is the natural habitat of Solidago rupestris?
It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico
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-93146: Based on the initial data import
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.