broad-leaved goldenrod
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broad-leaved goldenrod
Solidago flexicaulis
Broad-leaved goldenrod is a bright yellow flower that blooms in late summer and fall. It grows tall and has broad leaves, making it easy to spot in gardens and fields.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The broad-leaved goldenrod has distinctive broad, oval, toothed leaves along a often zigzagging stem. Its small, bright yellow flowers appear in loose clusters in the upper leaf axils, creating a more delicate, less dense appearance than other goldenrod species. It prefers shaded environments.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusSolidago
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It helps feed hungry bees and butterflies just before winter!
Its stem often zigzags like a lightning bolt!
Native Americans used its leaves to make a comforting tea.
This goldenrod is special because it loves the shade, unlike most goldenrods!
Special abilities
Ability
Shade Seeker
The broad-leaved goldenrod can grow happily in shady spots, an unusual skill for its sunny goldenrod relatives!
Ability
Zigzag Power
Its unique zigzagging stem helps position leaves to capture maximum sunlight in dappled forest light.
Ability
Fall Feast
It provides vital nectar for insects in autumn when many other flowers have faded away.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-120 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.2-0.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late summer to fall (August-October)
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Common Eastern Bumble Bee
Bombus impatiens
Collects nectar and pollen.
pollinates
European Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
A vital late-season food source.
pollinates
Eastern Tiger Swallowtail
Papilio glaucus
Sips nectar from its yellow blooms.
eaten by
White-tailed Deer
Odocoileus virginianus
Deer occasionally browse its leaves.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Decomposer
Describes organisms that break down dead organic material, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always ask an adult before picking any flowers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is broad-leaved goldenrod?
30-120 cm
How wide does broad-leaved goldenrod spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on broad-leaved goldenrod?
0.2-0.5 cm
When does broad-leaved goldenrod bloom?
Late summer to fall (August-October)
Is broad-leaved goldenrod edible?
Yes
Is broad-leaved goldenrod toxic?
None
What is broad-leaved goldenrod's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is broad-leaved goldenrod pollinated?
Insect
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