Showy Goldenrod Solidago speciosa

Other common names: Noble Goldenrod Other scientific names: Solidago rigidiuscula Family: Composite Family (Asteraceae) Group: Goldenrods Similar species:   •   Stout Goldenrod (Solidago squarrosa) Flowers: Summer, Autumn;  Yellow;  Indistinguishable parts (petals) Leaves: Smooth, untoothed. Habitat: Forests, Fields and Open Areas;  Fields, open forest. Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 452    Peterson's Field Guide to Wildflowers: 198    Native/Non-native: Native Status: Rare and threatened. Origin and Meaning of Names:  Scientific Name: speciosa: showy Photographs: 31 photographs available, of which 5 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS. Range Map is at the bottom of the page

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