Solidago rugosa var. rugosa
Solidago rugosa var. rugosa, commonly known as Rough Goldenrod, is a resilient perennial native to North American wetlands and prairies. Distinguished by its deeply wrinkled leaves and vibrant yellow flower clusters, this plant plays a vital role in supporting pollinators and holds significant historical value in traditional herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Solidago rugosa var. rugosa
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Solidago | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Solidago rugosa var. rugosa, is referred to by several different names depending on the region and language. In English, it is most frequently called rough goldenrod, while in German, it is known as die faltige Goldrute. In French, the species is commonly referred to as la verge d'or rugueuse.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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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 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | New Brunswick | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Newfoundland | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Nova Scotia | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Ontario | WCVP |
| Eastern Canada | Prince Edward I. | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as rugose goldenrod, is primarily utilized in traditional medicine through its aerial parts. These above-ground components, which include the stems, leaves, and bright yellow flower clusters, contain the bioactive compounds necessary for its therapeutic properties. When harvested, these aerial parts are often dried and used to prepare infusions or tinctures to support respiratory and urinary health.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |