Pronounced (approximate): sol-ih-DAY-go yoo-lij-ih-NOH-sah
Small yellow flower heads form a narrow upright plume. Long lower leaves become smaller up the stem.
Bog Goldenrod (Solidago uliginosa): upright yellow flower plumes in wetland vegetation. Tap the photo to open the gallery.
Family Asteraceae
Life cycle Perennial wildflower
Blooms Late summer–fall
Height 2–5 feet
Habitat Bogs, fens, marshes, and wet meadows
Other common names
Bog Goldenrod
Bloom timing and height vary by region. Native status refers to North America; see the range notes below.
Explore reported observations. Sightings are not a complete range map.
Bogs, fens, marshes, and wet meadows. Flowering season: late summer–fall.
Habitat helps separate it from goldenrods of dry ground. Include lower leaves and the full inflorescence when comparing similar species.
Small yellow flower heads form a narrow upright plume.
Long lower leaves become smaller up the stem. Stems are mostly smooth rather than densely hairy.
Look in bogs, fens, marshes, and wet meadows. Include a whole-plant view alongside closeups when studying this species.
1 field photograph. Select a photograph to enlarge it.
Native to North America; distribution varies by region.
Documented in these U.S. states
AL, CT, DE, GA, IL, IN, ME, MD, MI, MN, NH, NY, NC, PA, TN, VT, VA, WV, WI
State list includes reported native and introduced occurrence; it does not mean the plant is native in every listed state.
Observation maps show submitted records, not every place the plant occurs. Follow local access rules when visiting a site.
Practice recognizing Bog Goldenrod in the quiz, or compare it with other plants in the guide.
Field photographs: Where’s Wildlife.