Arnica fulgens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fulgens
ID:
9698
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pursh
Source:
gcc
Year:
1813
Citation Micro:
Fl. Amer. Sept. 2: 527 (1813)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009027
Common Names
- Arnica fulgens
- Orange Arnica
- Scarlet Arnica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arnica fulgens (also called Scarlet Arnica, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has a hairy stem and bright red flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Arnica fulgens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural fence. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat bruises, sprains, and muscle pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arnica fulgens is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and thin, with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arnica fulgens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate short periods of flooding. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Arnica fulgens
Arnica fulgens is native to North America and can be found in Canada and the United States.
Arnica fulgens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arnica fulgens?
Arnica fulgens
What is the common name of Arnica fulgens?
Fulgent Arnica
What is the natural habitat of Arnica fulgens?
Grasslands and scrublands
Species in the Arnica genus
Arnica sororia, Arnica mallotopus, Arnica montana, Arnica longifolia, Arnica latifolia, Arnica unalaschcensis, Arnica fulgens, Arnica angustifolia, Arnica lonchophylla, Arnica louiseana, Arnica viscosa, Arnica parryi, Arnica mollis, Arnica dealbata, Arnica ovata, Arnica gracilis, Arnica lanceolata, Arnica griscomii, Arnica porsildiorum, Arnica intermedia, Arnica cernua, Arnica spathulata, Arnica cordifolia, Arnica rydbergii, Arnica discoidea, Arnica nevadensis, Arnica chamissonis, Arnica sachalinensis, Arnica acaulis, Arnica lessingii, Arnica venosa,
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-108741: Based on the initial data import
Frederick Traugott Pursh (1774-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pursh' in the authors string.