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Foraging Goldenrod (Solidago): Identification and Uses

Grow Forage Cook Ferment

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Abstract

Foraging guide noting that goldenrod has toxic look-alikes, notably ragwort (Senecio/Jacobaea), which is toxic and must be avoided; ragwort flower heads are larger and more daisy-like with spreading ray petals and fewer heads, and bloom earlier, whereas goldenrod bears many tiny flowers in a plume. Anchors the goldenrod/ragwort confusion and the flower distinguishing test.

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Grow Forage Cook Ferment 'Foraging Goldenrod (Solidago): Identification and Uses'. Available at: https://www.growforagecookferment.com/foraging-goldenrod/

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