Angelica glauca

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Basic Information

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae

Genus: angelica

Plant ID (slug): angelica-glauca

Numeric ID: 3781

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

Ratings

Edible Rating: ★★☆☆☆
Medicinal Rating: ★☆☆☆☆
Other Uses Rating: ★☆☆☆☆

Physical Characteristics

Angelica glauca is a PERENNIAL growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). It is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from July to August. 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 - Western Himalayas - Kashmir to Simla.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Condiment The root is aromatic and is used as a food flavouring[177].

Medicinal Uses

Stomachic The plant is used as a cordial stimulant in the treatment of dyspepsia and constipation.

Known Hazards

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

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Angelica glauca PFAF Plant Database

Meta Description: Angelica glauca is a PERENNIAL growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). It is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from July to August. 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.