Help in identifying a wildflower

[peakbagger-paul]

Does anyone know what this wildflower is? I can't find it in any of my books or on the web. I took in the Southern Presidentials at around 3000 feet in June. Thanks.

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[Chip]

from here it looks like honeysuckle, which is more an invasive weed than an alpine flower. but I certainly could be wrong.

 

[HH1]

Looks like a large leaved goldenrod.

 

[cushetunk]

Actually there are several native honeysuckles, some of which are rare in parts of the northeast.

But I agree with HH1, that is a goldenrod (Solidago). You'd have to key it out to be certain which species specifically -- the habitat would probably be important.



Edit: I know there must be someone out there who can identify that Carex in the background...

 

[peakbagger-paul]

I'm used to Goldenrods blooming in August and September. Are there species that bloom in June?

 

[audrey]

My guess would be Solidago flexicaulis, or zig-zag goldenrod. They do start blooming in June.

 

[sierra]

My guess would be Solidago flexicaulis, or zig-zag goldenrod. They do start blooming in June.

If I come back in my next life as a plant, thats the one for me, what a cool name. I shall look for the plant next June, nice information.

 

[Barkingcat]

My guess would be Solidago flexicaulis, or zig-zag goldenrod. They do start blooming in June.

I concur (and mystery solved).

 

[peakbagger-paul]

Thanks for all the help!