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Arnica acaulis
Arnica acaulis (Walter) Britton, Sterns & Poggenb.
Common Leopardbane
Asteraceae (Aster Family)
Synonym(s): Doronicum acaule
USDA Symbol: ARAC3
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
The daisy-like flower heads, with yellow ray and disc flowers, occur at the top of stout, 2-1/2 ft., whitish stems. The majority of the leaves are basal and are broad and coarsely hairy.
Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb
Root Type: Tap
Size Notes: Up to about 30 inches tall.
Fruit: Fruit is a cypsela (pl. cypselae). Though technically incorrect, the fruit is often referred to as an achene.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: YellowBloom Time: Apr , May , Jun
Distribution
USA: AL , DC , DE , FL , GA , MD , NC , NJ , PA , SC , VANative Distribution: PA & MD to GA
Native Habitat: Open, sandy pinelands; clearings; thickets
Growing Conditions
Water Use: MediumLight Requirement: Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist
Cold Tolerant: yes
Soil Description: Sandy soils.
National Wetland Indicator Status
Region: | AGCP | AK | AW | CB | EMP | GP | HI | MW | NCNE | WMVE |
Status: | UPL | FACU |
From the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is on display at the following locations:Natural Biodiversity - Johnstown, PA
Additional resources
USDA: Find Arnica acaulis in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Arnica acaulis in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Arnica acaulis
Metadata
Record Modified: 2022-09-17Research By: TWC Staff