Goldenrod, AKA solidago, blooms late summer through early fall in most regions. Learn how to identify it, it's lookalikes, + use it medicinally

Goldenrod has small yellow flower clusters that grow in a pyramid shape on top of a single stem

Goldenrod likes open sunny areas, like meadows, and will grow on disturbed ground

Depending on the species, the edges of the leaves can be smooth, toothed, or hairy

Tansy Ragwort is a toxic lookalike and should be avoided. They have larger, daisy-like flowers 

Ragweed has multiple branching stems, unlike goldenrod's single stem + flowers that are more green than yellow

Goldenrod can be used medicinally in tea to soothe UTIs, or in tincture to help with seasonal allergies, + so much more