Angelica megaphylla
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Basic Information
Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae
Genus: angelica
Plant ID (slug): angelica-megaphylla
Numeric ID: 24945
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Angelica megaphylla is a PERENNIAL growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). It is not frost tender. It is in flower from August to September, and the seeds ripen from September to October. 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, Korea.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
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 megaphylla
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