Pronounced (approximate): sol-ih-DAY-go rid-ELL-ee-eye
Yellow heads form a broad, rounded or nearly flat cluster. Long narrow leaves fold along the midrib and arch away from the stem.
Riddell’s Goldenrod (Solidago riddellii): flowering stem against the sky. Tap the photo to open the gallery.
Family Asteraceae
Life cycle Perennial wildflower
Blooms Late summer–fall
Height 2–4 feet
Habitat Wet prairies, fens, and moist meadow edges
Other common names
Riddell’s 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.
Wet prairies, fens, and moist meadow edges. Flowering season: late summer–fall.
Also known as Oligoneuron riddellii. Stiff Goldenrod has much broader, rougher leaves; Riddell’s typically grows in wetter ground.
Yellow heads form a broad, rounded or nearly flat cluster.
Long narrow leaves fold along the midrib and arch away from the stem. Upper leaves may clasp or sheath the stem.
Look in wet prairies, fens, and moist meadow edges. Include a whole-plant view alongside closeups when studying this species.
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Native to North America; distribution varies by region.
Documented in these U.S. states
IL, IN, MI, MN, MO, OH, 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 Riddell’s Goldenrod in the quiz, or compare it with other plants in the guide.
Field photographs: Where’s Wildlife.