Solidago ohioensis Riddell observed in Canada by Kathleen Houlahan Chayer (licensed under CC0). No other common names known.Ohio Goldenrod (Solidago ohioensis), a member of the Asteraceae (Aster Family), is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 4′ tall and blooms in the summer to fall (August to September). The fruits, which are achenes, mature in the late summer to fall.
Wavy-lined Emerald (Synchlora aerata)
CBG Photography Group, Centre for Biodiversity Genomics, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons Other butterflies, bees, and wasps use this plant as a nectar source.
Native range of Ohio Goldenrod (Solidago ohioensis)
Ohio goldenrod is a herbaceous perennial that is found in open areas with full sun such as sand dunes, marshes, river banks, and calcareous cliffs (NY Natural Heritage Program). It is native to the southern, mid-western, and northeastern United States.
The genus name, Solidago, is Latin for “whole” and “ago” in reference to the healing properties (Missouri Botanical Garden) and the species name, ohioensis, is Latinized for the state of Ohio.
Solidago ohioensis Riddell
observed in Canada
by Reuven Martin (licensed under http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/)(Solidago ohioensis) Ohio Goldenrod
Hosted Species: Wavy-lined Emerald
Nectar Plant: many insects including other butterflies, bees, wasps, and birds such as hummingbirds.
Flower Color: golden yellow
Growth Habit: herbaceous perennial that grows from 3 to 4 feet tall
Range in North America: Mid-western and northeastern United States and the province of Ontario
Exposure: Prefers full sun
Hardiness: Zones 4-6
Soil Requirements: moist to medium, well-drained soil
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| Exposure Requirements | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Plant Habit | Herbaceous |
| Native Location | Ontario, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Wisconsin |
| USDA Plant Hardiness Zone | Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6 |
| Soil Requirements | Medium, Moist |
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