Arnica Bud (Noun)
Meaning
Fall-blooming European herb with a yellow flower; naturalized in the United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The arnica bud can be harvested just before it opens, then dried for use in herbal remedies.
- Dried arnica buds have anti-inflammatory properties that are used in traditional medicine.
- Fresh arnica bud is also used to make infusions that soothe muscle pain and joint inflammation.
- To grow arnica buds in the garden, the plants need full sun and dry, well-draining soil.
- As the arnica bud blooms in late summer, it attracts bees and butterflies to the garden.