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Arnica

Arnica

Latin Name: Arnica montana
Description of Appearance: Arnica has yellow-orange flowers and can be found in mountainous regions.
Common Names:
  • Arnica

Health Information

Health uses for this plant

Relieve muscle aches and pains

Active Ingredients: Sesquiterpene lactones
Part Of Plant Used: Flower heads
Preperation Method: Topical application as a gel or ointment

Heal bruises

Active Ingredients: Sesquiterpene lactones
Part Of Plant Used: Flower heads
Preperation Method: Topical use as a gel or ointment

Ease joint pain

Active Ingredients: Sesquiterpene lactones
Part Of Plant Used: Flower heads
Preperation Method: Topical application in gel form

Reduce inflammation

Active Ingredients: Helenalin and dihydrohelenalin
Part Of Plant Used: Flower heads
Preperation Method: Topical creams or gels

Active Phytochemical

Active phytochemicals found in this plant

Sesquiterpene lactones

Description Sesquiterpene lactones are a diverse group of natural compounds found in plants that are characterized by a 15-carbon backbone and contain lactone functional groups. They are known for their potent biological activities.

Helenalin

Description Helenalin is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene lactone found in certain plants, known for its anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic properties.