Solidago houghtonii is a rare North American species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae known as Houghton's goldenrod.

[2] Solidago houghtonii is a perennial herb producing one or more erect stems up to 60 centimeters (2 feet) tall or more from a branching caudex covered with the remains of previous seasons' leaves.

The leaves near the base of the plant are oval in shape and those higher on the stem are linear or lance-shaped and up to 17 or 18 centimeters (6.8-7.2 inches) in length.

The use of off-road vehicles in the habitat is detrimental, and the installation of walls, roads, and other structures affects the dunes.

Maintenance activities such as herbicide application, mowing, and road salting are threats, as is beach recreation.