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.