Solidago flexicaulis

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Family

Asteraceae

Genus

Solidago

Species

Solidago flexicaulis L.

Common Name

zigzag goldenrod

Habitat

Rich mesic forests, forested road banks, edges of forests, and thickets. Prefers deep calcareous soils. Solidago flexicaulis is an understory herb of mesic forested environments. In the northern parts of NY it is more restricted to rich forests while in the southern parts of NY it grows in a wider variety of soils although still prefers the richer sites.

Growth Habit

Forb/herb

Duration

Perennial