Solidago spathulata


Solidago spathulata, the coast goldenrod or dune goldenrod, is a North American species of goldenrod in the family Asteraceae.

Description

Solidago spathulata is perennial herb up to tall with a branching underground caudex. One plant can produce a branching array of as many as 100 yellow flower heads, each about across and with about 8 rays.

Similar species

It resembles S. multiradiata, which replaces it in montane regions and has bristles on its leaf stalks.

Distribution and habitat

It is native to the Pacific Coastal regions of the United States, in the states of Oregon and California. It grows on coastal sand dunes and hillsides.