Goldenrod

Narrow-leaved / Lance-leaved Goldenrod

Family: Asteraceae (Compositae) (The Sunflower Family)

Genus: Solidago | Species: graminifolia

Description: There are at least 18 species of goldenrod. This species is characterized by having narrow leaves that are long (3-5 inches) and pointed, almost grass-like, with three to five veins. The flower heads are comprised of 10-20 ray flowers and 8-12 disk flowers (all colored yellow). Plants can grow to heights of 2 to 4 ft. [perennial]

Habitat: Roadsides, fields, and thickets;

In Bloom: July – October