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(Arnica Cordifolia)
Arnica cordifolia (Heartleaf Arnica) is a potent, primarily topical herbal remedy used to accelerate healing of soft tissue injuries, including bruises, sprains, muscle aches, and swelling. Rich in compounds like helenalin and arnicin, it acts as an anti-inflammatory and analgesic that boosts circulation to injured areas to reduce pain.
ZONE: 3-6
POLLINATOR: Yes
DEER RESISTANT: Yes
DROUGHT TOLERANT: Yes, once established
EVERGREEN: No
SPREADS BY SEED: Both by seed and rhizome
POLLINATOR: Wind dispersed
AGE OF PLANT: 1yr
MATURE HEIGHT: 6-24" tall and 1-2' wide
ARNICA | HEARTLEAF
PLANTING & GROWING
Thrives in moist, well-drained, humus-rich, and slightly acidic to neutral soils. It prefers loam, sandy, or rocky soil textures and is commonly found in forested or shaded, mountainous environments. It is adapted to soils that are moist in spring but may dry out later, preferring lime-free, slightly acidic conditions.
Can be planted under dappled light beneath pine trees.
MEDICINAL & NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS
- Commonly used on bruises, sprains, contusions, and strains to reduce swelling
- Pain relief
- Circulation
- Sun burns! A miracle
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
FLAVOR
Do not consume unless under the strict supervision of your herbalist. This is a topical plant only. Avoid open wounds.
LANDSCAPING TIPS
Great as a barrier hegde for deer.