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broadleaf arnica
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broadleaf arnica
Arnica latifolia
Broadleaf arnica is a bright yellow flower that grows in the mountains. It has big, broad leaves and can be found in sunny spots. This flower is not just pretty; it has been used for healing too!
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The broadleaf arnica has broad, heart-shaped basal leaves and an upright stem topped with 1-5 bright yellow, daisy-like flower heads. Its sunny blossoms typically have 10-15 ray petals surrounding a disc of tiny florets, making it stand out in alpine meadows.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusArnica
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
After mountain snows melt, this amazing plant can quickly sprout and bloom in just a few weeks!
Even though it looks like a daisy, it's actually a relative of the giant sunflower!
Its name "Arnica" might come from a Greek word meaning "lamb's skin" because of its soft leaves!
This tough plant loves to grow high up in mountains, sometimes even above the tree line!
Special abilities
Ability
Toxicity Shield
Broadleaf arnica has natural compounds that make it bitter and moderately toxic, helping it defend against hungry herbivores.
Ability
Pollinator Beacon
Its bright yellow, daisy-like flowers act like a giant target, attracting bees and flies to help with pollination.
Ability
Mountain Resilience
Broadleaf arnica can grow in harsh, rocky mountain environments and survive cold winters, thanks to its sturdy roots.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-60 cm
- Spread
- 15-30 cm
- Flower Size
- 3-7 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late spring to late summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Moderate
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Felted Bumble Bee
Bombus mixtus
Feeds on nectar and pollen from the flowers.
pollinates
Two-form Bumble Bee
Bombus bifarius
Visits flowers to collect nectar and pollen.
pollinates
Common Drone Fly
Syrphus ribesii
Adults visit flowers for nectar and pollen.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Mountain
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Do not touch or eat flowers without asking an adult first.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is broadleaf arnica?
30-60 cm
How wide does broadleaf arnica spread?
15-30 cm
How big are the flowers on broadleaf arnica?
3-7 cm
When does broadleaf arnica bloom?
Late spring to late summer
Is broadleaf arnica edible?
No
Is broadleaf arnica toxic?
Moderate
What is broadleaf arnica's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is broadleaf arnica pollinated?
Insect
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