Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dealbata
ID:
24815

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) B.G.Baldwin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9(4): 460 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000024144



Common Names

  • Arnica dealbata
  • Arnica
  • Mountain Arnica


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Synonyms

  • Whitneya dealbata A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Arnica dealbata (also called Silver Arnica, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flower heads. It grows in moist areas such as meadows, woodlands, and streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Arnica dealbata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arnica dealbata has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arnica dealbata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central and Southern Europe. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown from seed sown in spring or autumn, or by dividing established plants in spring.

Where to Find Arnica dealbata

Arnica dealbata is native to North America. It can be found in moist, open areas such as meadows and woodlands.

Arnica dealbata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arnica dealbata?

Arnica dealbata

What is the common name of Arnica dealbata?

Arnica

What is the natural habitat of Arnica dealbata?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-123330: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Bruce Gregg Baldwin (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Baldwin' in the authors string.