Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
79887

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3(15): 103 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000079216



Common Names

  • Mountain Arnica
  • Alpine Arnica
  • Arnica Spathulata


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Synonyms

  • Arnica spathulata eastwoodiae (Rydb.) Ediger & T.M.Barkley [unknown]
  • Arnica eastwoodiae Rydb. [unknown]
  • Arnica spathulata spathulata [unknown]
  • Arnica spathulata spathulata [unknown]
  • Arnica spathulata eastwoodiae (Rydb.) Maguire [unknown]

Description

Arnica spathulata (also called Spathulate Arnica, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and narrow, oval leaves. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Arnica spathulata is a perennial plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive foliage and small yellow flowers. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas, as it is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arnica spathulata has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arnica spathulata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny location.

Where to Find Arnica spathulata

Arnica spathulata is native to the western United States, and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Arnica spathulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arnica spathulata?

Arnica spathulata

What is the common name of Arnica spathulata?

Spatulate-leaved Arnica

What is the natural habitat of Arnica spathulata?

Open woodlands, meadows, and rocky hillsides

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-3581: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.