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Leopard's Bane

Arnica montana

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, and temperate coniferous forests spanning the Indomalayan and Oceanian and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Asia (Japan, Taiwan) and Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇧🇬 Bulgaria 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇮 Finland 🇯🇵 Japan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Asterales (Daisies & Sunflowers)

Family

Asteraceae (Daisy Family)

Genus

Arnica

Species

Arnica montana (Leopard's Bane)

Names in Other Languages

French Arnica des montagnes

German Berg-Wohlverleih

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Leopard's Bane?

The scientific name of Leopard's Bane is Arnica montana. It belongs to the genus Arnica.

What is the conservation status of Leopard's Bane?

Leopard's Bane (Arnica montana) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Leopard's Bane live?

Leopard's Bane is found in Found across Asia (Japan, Taiwan) and Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Finland, Japan, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does Leopard's Bane belong to?

Leopard's Bane (Arnica montana) belongs to the genus Arnica, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.

Is Leopard's Bane endangered?

Yes, Leopard's Bane (Arnica montana) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Leopard's Bane belong to?

Leopard's Bane (Arnica montana) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Leopard's Bane?

The closest relatives of Leopard's Bane in the genus Arnica include Arctic arnica, arnica, Cordilleran Arnica, heart-leaf arnica, leafy arnica.