
Angelica archangelica
Apiaceae
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Medicinal
Traditionally regarded as a warming tonic for those with blood and circulatory problems, angelica has been used historically in a number of ways.
Many herbalists have recommended it to boost a fragile digestion where there is nausea and poor appetite. It has also been used historically to help relieve the symptoms of a feverish cough where it is said to ease congestion, promote sweating and help to make it easier to cough up phlegm.
It has also been seen as a herb of value in treating premenstrual symptoms, particularly where these are associated with painful or irregular periods, and as an uplifting nerve tonic where clarity of thought is desirable.

Caution: Avoid in pregnancy. May also cause photosensitive skin rashes in some people.
Please note: The information provided here is for educational interest only and is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat significant health problems. Any serious or long-term health concerns should always be discussed with a healthcare professional.
See our blog for more information about the National Institute of Medical Herbalists
Growing
• Grown from seed:• Indoor Sowing: In early autumn in prepared plug trays or pots, cover seeds with compost. Winter in a cold frame.
• Outdoor Sowing: In autumn or late winter,direct into a prepared site. Thin seedlings to 1m apart.
• Maintenance: (See Jekka's Blogs on Early Spring, Late Spring, Summer and Autumn maintenance)
• Harvest: N/A
Details
• Aspect: Sun, Partial Shade• Soil type: Damp Loam
• pH: Universal pH
• Habit: Upright
• Flowering colour: White, Green
• Flowering time: Early summer in second year
• Uses: Culinary & Medicinal (Read Jekka's Guide To Culinary Herbs and Medicinal Herbs for more information)
• Attracts pollinators: Yes (Read Jekka's Guide to Pollinators for more information)
• Container suitability: No
• UK native: Yes
• Caution: Do not take medicinally if suffering from diabetes. The sap can cause contact dermatitis and or photosensitivity.
Jekkapedia
Angelica archangelica, Angelica
Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Angelica
Want to learn more? Read Jekka's blog all about Angelica.
• Hardiness: H5 (-10 to -15C)
• Type: Monocarpic
• Height: up to 2.5m
• Spread: up to 1m
Angelica can be seen at the herb farm in Jekka's Herbetum and is available to buy as both herb plants and online as herb seeds.