Native Plant of the Week #9- Goldenrods

There are over 20 different species of goldenrod (Solidago spp.) in Florida.  Some of the more common species include Leavenworth's goldenrod (Solidago leavenworthii, FACW),  Chapman's goldenrod (Solidago odora var. chapmanii),  seaside goldenrod (Solidago sempervirens, FACW), and Wand goldenrod (Solidago stricta, FACW).  Most species lean towards being in wetter environments though some upland varieties do exist.  

Pictured above is the Seaside goldenrod (Solidago sempervirens) .