Goldenrod
Goldenrod
Goldenrod (Solidago) is a genus of about 100 to 120 species of flowering plants in the aster family, Asteraceae. Most are herbaceous perennial species found in open areas such as meadows, prairies, and savannas. They are mostly native to North America, including Mexico; a few species are native to South America and Eurasia.
Pronunciation
Goldenrod: /ˈɡoʊldənˌrɒd/
Etymology
The term "goldenrod" is a compound of "golden" and "rod", referring to the plant's golden flowers and rod-like stems. The genus name Solidago is derived from the Latin words solidus meaning "whole" and ago meaning "to make", in reference to the plant's traditional use in herbal medicine to heal wounds.
Related Terms
- Asteraceae: The aster family, to which goldenrod belongs.
- Perennial plant: A plant that lives for more than two years. Most goldenrods are perennials.
- Herbaceous: Referring to plants that have non-woody stems. Goldenrods are herbaceous.
- Meadow: A type of habitat where many goldenrods are found.
- Prairie: Another type of habitat where many goldenrods are found.
- Savanna: Yet another type of habitat where many goldenrods are found.
- North America: The continent where most goldenrod species are native.
- South America: A continent where a few goldenrod species are native.
- Eurasia: A continent where a few goldenrod species are native.
- Mexico: A country in North America where many goldenrod species are native.
- Herbal medicine: The use of plants for medicinal purposes. Goldenrods have been used in herbal medicine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Goldenrod
- Wikipedia's article - Goldenrod
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