woody goldenrod
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woody goldenrod
Chrysoma pauciflosculosa
Woody goldenrod is a tall plant with bright yellow flowers that bloom in late summer. It grows in sunny places and is loved by butterflies and bees!
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The woody goldenrod is a unique plant with a tough, woody stem base, unlike most goldenrods. It has stiff, narrow, dark green leaves often dotted with sticky resin glands. Its bright yellow flowers bloom in dense, flat-topped clusters during autumn, standing out vividly.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusChrysoma
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Did you know its scientific name, Chrysoma, means "golden body"? Wow!
It's like a yellow beacon, signaling a last chance for bees and butterflies to find food.
Some people call it a "subshrub" because it's a bit woody, but not quite a tree!
This special plant loves growing in super sandy soils, like those in sunny pine forests.
Special abilities
Ability
Hardy Woody Base
Woody goldenrod can grow a tough, woody stem base that helps it survive harsh conditions like drought and even fires.
Ability
Resin Guard
Woody goldenrod has sticky resin on its leaves that helps protect it from hungry insects and too much sun.
Ability
Late-Season Feast
Woody goldenrod blooms late in the year, providing a vital source of nectar for pollinators when other flowers are scarce.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 50-150 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Fall
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar for honey production.
pollinates
Common eastern bumblebee
Bombus impatiens
Visits flowers for nectar and pollen.
pollinates
Monarch butterfly
Danaus plexippus
Feeds on nectar during its migration.
eaten by
Arcigera flower moth
Schinia arcigera
Larvae feed on the flowers and seeds.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Shrub
A shrub is a woody plant smaller than a tree, typically with multiple stems branching from or near the ground.
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.
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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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch wild plants, as some can be prickly or cause allergies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is woody goldenrod?
50-150 cm
How wide does woody goldenrod spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on woody goldenrod?
0.5-1.5 cm
When does woody goldenrod bloom?
Fall
Is woody goldenrod edible?
No
Is woody goldenrod toxic?
None
What is woody goldenrod's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is woody goldenrod pollinated?
Insect
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