Solidago canadensis var. lepida
(DC.) Cronquist
Western Canada golden rod
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Summary
Source: WikipediaSolidago canadensis, known as Canada goldenrod or Canadian goldenrod, is an herbaceous perennial plant of the family Asteraceae. It forms colonies of upright growing plants, with many small yellow flowers in a branching inflorescence held above the foliage. It is native to northeastern and north-central North America and is an invasive plant in other parts of the continent and several areas worldwide, including Eurasia.
Description
A herbaceous plant in the aster family (Asteraceae) found in temperate regions. The flowers can be steeped for drinks, added to herbal teas, or used in pancakes and fritters.
Edible Uses
The flowers are steeped for a drink or added to herbal teas. They are also used for pancakes and fritters.
Traditional Uses
The flowers are steeped for a drink or added to herbal teas. They are also used for pancakes and fritters.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Synonyms
References (1)
- Lim, T. K., Edible Medicinal and Non-Medicinal Plants Volume 7 Flowers
