Nevada Goldenrod

Solidago spectabilis

Basic Information

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae

Genus: solidago

Plant ID (slug): solidago-spectabilis

Numeric ID: 26207

USDA Hardiness: 6-9

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Solidago spectabilis is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from July to August. 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 and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

South-eastern N. America.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Seed Edible Uses: Seed[46, 61, 105, 161, 257]. No more details are given.

Medicinal Uses

Antiseptic The leaves and flowering stems are antiseptic. An infusion of the dried powdered herb can be used[168].