Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
louiseana
ID:
14615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Farr

Source:
gcc

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Ottawa Naturalist 20: 109 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013944



Common Names

  • Louiseana Arnica
  • Louiseana Leopardbane
  • Arnica Louiseana


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Synonyms

  • Arnica louiseana louiseana [unknown]
  • Arnica louiseana louiseana [unknown]

Description

Arnica louiseana (also called 'mountain arnica', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in mountainous regions and is commonly found in the Rocky Mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Arnica louiseana is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive ailments, as well as to reduce inflammation and improve circulation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arnica louiseana is a yellow, daisy-like flower with many petals. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arnica louiseana can be grown from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in the spring. To propagate from cuttings, take 4-6 inch cuttings in the summer and root them in a moist medium. Plant the cuttings in the ground in the fall. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Arnica louiseana

Arnica louiseana is native to North America and can be found in alpine meadows and rocky areas.

Arnica louiseana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arnica louiseana?

Arnica louiseana

What is the common name of Arnica louiseana?

Louise's Arnica

Where is Arnica louiseana native to?

North America

What type of plant is Arnica louiseana?

Perennial

What color are the flowers of Arnica louiseana?

Yellow

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