Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
33496

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032825



Common Names

  • Showy Goldenrod
  • Tall Goldenrod
  • Wreath Goldenrod


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Synonyms

  • Solidago conferta Mill. [unknown]
  • Solidago erecta Elliott [unknown]
  • Leioligo speciosa Raf. [unknown]
  • Solidago harperi Mack. ex Small [unknown]

Description

Solidago speciosa (also called Showy Goldenrod, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in dry, open habitats such as meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Solidago speciosa is a medicinal plant that has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin irritations, and headaches. It is also used as an herbal tea to help with anxiety and insomnia. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and can help reduce inflammation in the body.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Solidago speciosa var. speciosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Solidago speciosa has yellow flowers that are clustered in a flat-topped inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a tuft of white hairs. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solidago speciosa is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in spring. The plant prefers a sunny location with moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types.

Where to Find Solidago speciosa

Solidago speciosa is found in North America.

Solidago speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solidago speciosa?

Solidago speciosa

What is the common name of Solidago speciosa?

Showy Goldenrod

What is the family of Solidago speciosa?

Asteraceae

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:240517-2: Based on the initial data import