Arnica (Arnica montana)
Arnica (Arnica montana)
Arnica plants, also known as mountain tobacco, leopard’s bane and wolfbane, are perennial herbs that bloom in May and June with yellow, daisy-like flowers.
Arnica is a medicinal herb that is commonly used in salves. It is meant to be used topically and is NOT to be used on open wounds or ingested internally.
Sun: Arnica can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.
Soil: Arnica can grow in light, medium, and heavy soils. It prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.
Water: Arnica prefers moist soil.
Height/Spread: Mature Arnica reaches 1 to 2 feet.
Zones: 1 to 9
Potential Pests: Arnica is prone to diseases when grown in high humidity. Potential pests include looper caterpillars, snails, and rabbits, and phoma.