Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acaulis
ID:
132978

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton, Sterns & Poggenb.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Prelim. Cat. : 30 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132307

Common Names

  • Arnica acaulis
  • Stemless Arnica
  • Stemless Leopardbane

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Description

Arnica acaulis (also called Stemless Arnica, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a woody base and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Arnica acaulis is used as an herbal remedy for a variety of ailments, including bruises, sprains, and muscle pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arnica acaulis is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are hairy and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arnica acaulis is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in the spring. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in the spring or autumn. Plant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix and water regularly until established.

Where to Find Arnica acaulis

Arnica acaulis can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Arnica acaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arnica acaulis?

Arnica acaulis

What is the common name of Arnica acaulis?

Stemless Arnica

What is the natural habitat of Arnica acaulis?

It is native to Europe, Asia, and 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-93150: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Emerson Ellick Sterns (1846-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sterns' in the authors string.
Justus Ferdinand Poggenburg I (1840-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poggenb.' in the authors string.