Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virgata
ID:
77038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 2: 117 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000076367



Common Names

  • Goldenrod
  • Wreath Goldenrod
  • Stiff Goldenrod


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Synonyms

  • Solidago salicifolia Salisb. [unknown]
  • Solidago genistoides Bertol. [unknown]
  • Solidago flavovirens Chapm. [unknown]
  • Solidago linoides Sol. ex A.Gray [unknown]
  • Lepiactis virgata Raf. [unknown]
  • Aster flavovirens Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Solidago virgata (also called Wand Goldenrod, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial native to North America. It has small, dark green leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Solidago virgata is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Solidago virgata has yellow flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solidago virgata is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer, and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. Division should be done in early spring.

Where to Find Solidago virgata

Solidago virgata can be found in the grasslands of North America.

Solidago virgata FAQ

What are the benefits of Solidago virgata?

Solidago virgata has many benefits, including providing food and shelter for wildlife, acting as a natural soil stabilizer, and helping to prevent soil erosion.

What is the ideal growing environment for Solidago virgata?

Solidago virgata prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.

How should Solidago virgata be cared for?

Solidago virgata should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer. Pruning should be done in the late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

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,