Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollis
ID:
18066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1(suppl.): 331 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000017395



Common Names

  • Arnica Mollis
  • Mountain Arnica
  • Soft Arnica


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Synonyms

  • Arnica crocea Greene [unknown]
  • Arnica silvatica Greene [unknown]
  • Arnica subplumosa subplumosa [unknown]
  • Arnica mollis silvatica (Greene) Maguire [unknown]

Description

Arnica mollis (also called Soft Arnica, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to North America and it is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Arnica mollis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive issues, skin conditions, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arnica mollis has yellow flowers with a dark centre, small, black seeds and small seedlings with hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arnica mollis is an easy-to-cultivate and propagate plant. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Arnica mollis

Arnica mollis can be found in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas in Europe.

Arnica mollis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arnica mollis?

Arnica mollis

What are the common names of Arnica mollis?

Soft Arnica

What is the native range of Arnica mollis?

North America

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