Arnica — 5 species
Botanical species in the genus Arnica recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Arnica angustifolia
Arnica angustifolia
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Prefers a moist, well-drained humus rich soil, preferably lime-free. This species is more lime tolerant than other members of the genus. Prefers a mixture of sand, loam and peat.
Full cultivation guide →Arnica cordifolia
Arnica cordifolia
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in sun and in partial shade. Prefers a moist, well-drained humus rich soil, preferably lime-free. Prefers a mixture of sand, loam and peat.
Full cultivation guide →Arnica fulgens
Arnica fulgens
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Prefers a moist, well-drained humus rich soil, preferably lime-free. Prefers a mixture of sand, loam and peat.
Full cultivation guide →Arnica montana
Arnica montana
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Arnica montana is a plant of montane areas in the temperate zone, where it is found at elevations up to 2,500 metres. It grows best in areas where annual daytime temperatures are within the range 8 - 15°c, but can tolerate 5 - 25°c. The dormant plant can survive temperatures down to about -25°c or lower.
Full cultivation guide →Arnica ovata
Arnica ovata
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in sun or partial shade. Prefers a moist, well-drained humus rich soil, preferably lime-free. Prefers a mixture of sand, loam and peat.
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