The nerve! (all three of them)

Solidago velutina, August 11, 2021

Solidago velutina, August 11, 2021

Common & scientific name
Three-nerve goldenrod, Solidago velutina

Family
Sunflower, Asteraceae

Location
Roadside, 8,300’

Fun, weird, helpful, or little known fact
A common, late-blooming goldenrod seen roadside on the lower part of Independence Pass, its many flowers sit on one side of the stems, which arch gracefully. It is named for the three distinct nerves that run from the base of its leaves to almost the tip.