Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lonchophylla
ID:
11858

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 4(23): 164 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011187



Common Names

  • Lonchophylla Arnica
  • Lance-Leaved Arnica
  • Arnica Lonchophylla


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Synonyms

  • Arnica arnoglossa Greene [unknown]
  • Arnica chionopappa Fernald [unknown]
  • Arnica gaspensis Fernald [unknown]
  • Arnica lonchophylla chionopappa (Fernald) Maguire [unknown]
  • Arnica lonchophylla lonchophylla [unknown]
  • Arnica lonchophylla arnoglossa (Greene) Maguire [unknown]
  • Arnica alpina lonchophylla (Greene) S.L.Welsh [unknown]
  • Arnica lonchophylla arnoglossa (Greene) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Arnica alpina lonchophylla (Greene) G.W.Douglas & Ruyle-Dougl. [unknown]
  • Arnica lonchophylla lonchophylla [unknown]

Description

Arnica lonchophylla (also called Long-Leaved Arnica, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous species of the Asteraceae family. It is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe, and is found in meadows and pastures. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Arnica lonchophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arnica lonchophylla has yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow center and a diameter of about 2 cm. The flower heads are borne singly on stems up to 20 cm tall. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arnica lonchophylla is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and placed in a moist medium. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.

Where to Find Arnica lonchophylla

Arnica lonchophylla is native to the Himalayas and can be found in the alpine meadows of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Arnica lonchophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arnica lonchophylla?

Arnica lonchophylla

What is the common name of Arnica lonchophylla?

Lance-leaved arnica

What is the distribution of Arnica lonchophylla?

It is found in Canada and the United States

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,

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