Coast Goldenrod, Creeping Goldenrod

Solidago spathulata

Physical Characteristics

Solidago spathulata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from June to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Distribution

Western N. America - California to Oregon.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Seed Edible Uses: Tea Leaves and flowering stems - cooked[172]. Seed - used as a thickener in soups etc[172]. The seed is very small and fiddly to harvest[K]. A tea is made from the leaves and flowers[172].

Medicinal Uses

Antiseptic Haemostatic Salve The flowering stems are antiseptic, haemostatic and salve[168, 172]. An infusion of the dried powdered herb can be used as an antiseptic[168]. A poultice of the toasted, powdered leaves has been mixed with oil and used in the treatment of mumps[257].

Known Hazards

None known