Solidago canadensis subsp. scabra
(Muhl.) Torr. & A. Gray
Canadian goldenrod
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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 leaves and seeds are edible portions of this species.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Canada, Hawaii, North America, Pacific, USA,
Notes
There are about 100 Solidago species.
References (2)
- Fl. N. Amer. 2:224. 1842
- Plants for a Future database, The Field, Penpol, Lostwithiel, Cornwall, PL22 0NG, UK. http://www.scs.leeds.ac.uk/pfaf/
