Kneeling Angelica

Angelica genuflexa

Physical Characteristics

Angelica genuflexa is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is not frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Siberia. North-western N. America - northern California northwards to Alaska.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Stem Edible Uses: Condiment Young leaves - cooked[257]. Used as a flavouring[172]. Young stems - peeled and eaten raw[172, 257]. Seed - used as a flavouring[172].

Medicinal Uses

Deodorant The raw root, or a decoction made from it, has been used as a purgative[257]. A compound decoction of the root has been used to treat headaches and weak eyes[257].

Known Hazards

All members of this genus contain furocoumarins, which increase skin sensitivity to sunlight and may cause dermatitis[238].