Solidago multiradiata, July 22, 2020
Common & scientific name
Rocky Mountain goldenrod, Solidago multiradiata
Family
Sunflower, Asteraceae
Location
Lost Man trailhead, 10,500’
Fun, weird, helpful, or little known fact
This common, late-summer flower can be distinguished from its cousin, Solidago simplex, by the short, fine hairs on the edges of its lower leaf petioles (stems). A loop or microscope may be needed to see them.
From Wikipedia: “The name solidago means "to make whole." Goldenrod has also been used to treat tuberculosis, diabetes, enlargement of the liver, gout, hemorrhoids, internal bleeding, asthma, and arthritis.” With what kind of success, I’m not sure . . . .