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clasping arnica
Scientific Name: Arnica amplexicaulis
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Arnica lanceolata and its Clasping Kin
This page delves into the details of Arnica lanceolata and its close relative, often considered a synonym, Arnica amplexicaulis. These plants, members of the sunflower family, share the common name "clasping arnica" and "streambank arnica," highlighting their habitat and leaf structure.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant is an herb.
Scientific Classification and Nomenclature
- Accepted Scientific Name: Arnica lanceolata ssp. prima
- Common Names: Clasping arnica, streambank arnica, lanceleaf arnica
- Synonyms: Arnica amplexicaulis Nutt., Arnica amplexicaulis Nutt. var. piperi H. St. John & F. A. Warren, Arnica amplexicaulis, Arnica amplexicaulis var. prima, Arnica amplexifolia, Arnica mollis var., Pentacalia amplexicaulis
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Family: Asteraceae (Aster family)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species, Subspecies
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to North America, including California, Oregon, and Washington (specifically east of the Cascade Mountains).
- Frequently found in riparian areas, along mountain streams, in western wetland, open, rocky areas and on steep grassy, semiopen slopes.
Morphological Characteristics
- Perennial herb with upright stems, typically growing to 30-80 cm high.
- Stems are hairy and unbranched, except near the top.
- Leaves are lance-shaped to oval, toothed, and clasp the stem. Gland-tipped hairs are present on the upper portion of the stem.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Found alongside mosses.
- There is reference to companion plants to Clasping Arnica
Resources and Further Information
- USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
- Montana Field Guide
- Discover Life
- Canadian wildflowers @fleurssauvages.ca
- Wikispecies