Arnica

Arnica belongs to the family of the sunflowers and consists of about 30 different herbaceous species. The Arnica is a genus which is derived from the Latin word ana which means the lamb, this is because of its distinguishing features of the having soft and hairy leaves. The Arnica genus is mostly found in the temperate regions of the western North America and they originate from Eurasia. Arnica is known to be associated with the tribe Senecioneae because of its fine bristles on its surface.

Arnica consists of certain species like the Montana and chamissonis which are known to be helpful in making anti-inflammatory products against the bruises. The Arnica species serve as a source of food for some insect larvae.

Arnica is a well-known plant in the herbal medicine, because of its uses and success in healing the body issues such as the bruises, stiffness, and also the soreness of muscles. It is referred to as the Arnica Montana, which means the mountain plant. It is extensively used for sprains and also as a tincture for the pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory purposes.

Tablets are also made with Arnica which has proved to be very useful in today's time. Arnica is also used widely in the homeopathy; it is available in the form of gel in almost every health store commonly to be applied on the area of requirement thrice a day.

Arnica is distinguished by having deep roots and erect stem with no branches. The consist of leathery type ovoid leaves and have large yellow and orange colored flowers which are 6-8cm wide, which have quite a pleasant scent. It is also contains very small seeds like fruits on its branches.