These notes refer to the related species S. virgaurea and its use in traditional medicine. Goldenrod is a safe and gentle remedy for a number of disorders. In particular, it is a valuable astringent remedy treating wounds and bleeding, whilst it is particularly useful in the treatment of urinary tract disorders, being used both for serious ailments such as nephritis and for more common problems such as cystitis

Chevallier. A. The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants Dorling Kindersley. London 1996 https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Solidago+virgaurea