goldenrod

noun

gold·​en·​rod ˈgōl-dən-ˌräd 

: any of numerous chiefly North American composite perennial herbs (genus Solidago) with small heads of usually yellow late-blooming flowers often clustered in panicles compare rayless goldenrod

Examples of goldenrod in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Sunny, buttery shades of yellow have given way to richer, more sophisticated hues of saffron, mustard and goldenrod. —Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 2 Dec. 2025

For a natural look, grow goldenrod in groups of 3 to 5 plants in flower beds or plant them en masse for more fall color and to create a mini wildflower meadow that benefits wildlife year-round. —Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Nov. 2025

Plus, since the Great Smoky Mountains are a famously popular fall foliage destination, many visitors likely got to enjoy its beautiful hues of crimson, ochre, and goldenrod. —Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 23 Nov. 2025

Jubilant yellow goldenrod, sweet wild blueberries, and other edible plants carpet the bluff. —Chloe Berge, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1568, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing goldenrod

• rayless goldenrod

Rhymes for goldenrod

• amphipod
• arthropod
• copepod
• decapod
• endopod
• escalade
• esplanade
• exopod
• gastropod
• isopod
• overawed
• overbroad

Kids Definition

goldenrod

noun

gold·​en·​rod ˈgōl-dən-ˌräd 

: any of numerous chiefly North American herbs that are related to the daisies and have tall stiff stems topped with rows of tiny usually yellow flowers on slender branches