Medicinal Plants : Arnica montana

Name

Arnica

Biological Name

Arnica montana
Family: Compositae

Other Names

Arnica, Leopard's bane, mountain tobacco, mountain arnica, common arnica, wolfsbane

Parts Used

flowers, rootstock

Remedies For

Diaphoretic, diuretic, emollient, expectorant, stimulant, vulnerary

Reduce pain and swelling

Diaphoretic, diuretic, emollient, expectorant, stimulant, vulnerary.

Promotes the healing of wounds, bruises, and irritation. Caution: Use only very diluted tincture externally as it can cause inflammation and blistering when applied.

Arnica is also used sometimes to relieve abdominal pains, when used as a poultice.

Description

A perennial that grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet. It is generally found in the mountainous parts. The basal leaves are oblong-ovate and short-petioled. The upper leaves are smaller and sessile. The flowers appear from June to August

Dosage

Use professionally prepared remedies whenever possible.
Do not take without the supervision of a doctor.

Safety

Do not use internally or externally. Internal use may cause great pain or even death; external use may irritate the skin.