Cutler's goldenrod
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Cutler's goldenrod
Solidago leiocarpa
Cutler's goldenrod is a beautiful yellow flower that blooms in late summer. It grows in sunny places and is loved by butterflies and bees for its sweet nectar.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Cutler's goldenrod has dense clusters of bright golden-yellow flowers atop sturdy, often reddish stems. Its leaves are smooth and dark green, contributing to its neat, compact appearance which distinguishes it from many taller, leggier goldenrods.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusSolidago
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Each tiny seed has a fluffy 'parachute' that helps it fly far on the wind!
It's named after Manasseh Cutler, a botanist who explored the White Mountains!
There are over 100 different kinds of goldenrods all around the world!
This goldenrod loves rocky, high-up places like mountain peaks and cliffs.
Special abilities
Ability
Mountain Survivor
Cutler's goldenrod can thrive in harsh mountain environments, growing short and tough to withstand strong winds and cold.
Ability
Pollinator Beacon
Cutler's goldenrod has vibrant yellow flower clusters that act as a bright beacon, attracting many helpful insects for pollination.
Ability
Clone Maker
Cutler's goldenrod can spread underground using rhizomes, allowing it to create new plants and form dense colonies.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-90 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.3-0.6 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late summer to fall
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Gathers nectar and pollen from flowers
pollinates
Common eastern bumblebee
Bombus impatiens
Visits flowers for nectar and pollen
pollinates
Red admiral butterfly
Vanessa atalanta
Feeds on the flower nectar
eats
Goldenrod leaf beetle
Trirhabda virgata
Larvae and adults feed on the leaves
eaten by
White-tailed deer
Odocoileus virginianus
Browses on the stems and 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.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
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.
Also known as
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Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch wild plants unless a grown-up says it's okay.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to identify Cutler's goldenrod?
The easiest way to identify Cutler's goldenrod is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.
How tall is Cutler's goldenrod?
30-90 cm
How wide does Cutler's goldenrod spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Cutler's goldenrod?
0.3-0.6 cm
When does Cutler's goldenrod bloom?
Late summer to fall
Is Cutler's goldenrod edible?
Yes
Is Cutler's goldenrod toxic?
None
What is Cutler's goldenrod's lifecycle?
Perennial
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