Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verna
ID:
74093

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.Curtis ex Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 2(2): 205 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073422



Common Names

  • Early Goldenrod
  • Early-Flowering Goldenrod
  • Early-Flowering Solidago


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Synonyms

  • Aster vernus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Solidago verna (also called Spring Goldenrod, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It is typically found in dry meadows, pastures, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Solidago verna is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and has medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Solidago verna has small yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solidago verna is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Solidago verna

Solidago verna can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas.

Solidago verna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solidago verna?

Solidago verna

What is the natural habitat of Solidago verna?

It is native to Europe and North America.

What is the flowering period of Solidago verna?

It flowers from June to September.

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-30164: 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.
Moses Ashley Curtis (1808-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Curtis' in the authors string.