northern rough-leaved goldenrod
Solidago rugosa var. rugosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Northern rough-leaved goldenrod, scientifically known as Solidago rugosa var. rugosa, is a resilient perennial native to North American wetlands and prairies. Renowned for its vibrant yellow blooms, this medicinal plant offers various therapeutic benefits, traditionally utilized in herbal remedies to support digestive health and reduce systemic inflammation effectively.
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- northern rough-leaved goldenrod
- northern rough-stemmed goldenrod
- rough-stemmed goldenrod
- wrinkleleaf goldenrod
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Solidago rugosa var. rugosaSynonyms
- Solidago altissima var. recurvata
- Solidago altissima var. virginiana
- Aster archerianus
- Aster rugosus
- Dectis rugosa
- Solidago asperata
- Solidago hirta
- Solidago recurvata
- Solidago rigidula
- Solidago rugosa var. glabrata
- Solidago rugosa var. villosa
- Solidago virginiana
- Solidago rugosa var. laevicaulis
- Solidago rugosa var. pallida
- Solidago rugosa f. villosa
- Solidago pilosa
- Solidago villosa
Regional and Traditional Names
French:
- verge d'or rugueuse
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Asterales and the family Asteraceae. Ultimately, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Solidago, specifically as the variety rugosa.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Solidago |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide-ranging geographical distribution across several continents. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in both Great Britain and Norway. Its presence extends into Middle Europe, specifically within the territory of Switzerland. Moving toward the Mediterranean, the species is also documented in Southwestern Europe, particularly in Portugal. Finally, its range reaches East Asia, where it is located in Southeast China.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal |
| China | China Southeast |
| Eastern Canada | New Brunswick |
| Eastern Canada | Newfoundland |
| Eastern Canada | Nova Scotia |
| Eastern Canada | Ontario |
| Eastern Canada | Prince Edward I. |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Solidago rugosa var. rugosa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cis-Dehydromatricaria ester.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| cis-Dehydromatricaria ester | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
cis-Dehydromatricaria ester
- Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin
Preparations
Solidago rugosa var. rugosa has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include essential oils.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Essential oils | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Essential oils
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)