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 coast of [the United States|Pacific Coastal] regions of the United States, in the states of Oregon and California. It grows on coastal sand dunes and hillsides.