Angelica keiskei

Physical Characteristics

Angelica keiskei is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft). It is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to October, and the seeds ripen from July to November. 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. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Root Stem Edible Uses: Leaves - raw or cooked[105, 116, 177]. Root - cooked[105]. It is often pickled[177]. The root is short and thick[275].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

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