About Angelica
Angelica originated in Europe and Northern America. Angelica thrives in a moderately cool climate, partial or full sun, and areas near running water. You can typically find this plant growing near running water along woodland edges. This plant can grow up to 6 feet tall and has a purple colored root. Angelica once was considered one of the most powerful herbs in traditional western herbalism. Angelica is harvested for its roots although its leaves and stalks can be consumed as well. But its roots are where you will find the potent constituents for remedies.
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Respiratory Support
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Reproductive Support
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Digestive Support
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Immune Support

What Angelica Is Used For
Angelica’s aromatic warming flavor profile being the most dominant and paves the way for the majority of its actions, with the most important one being that this plant is a stimulant. It is specifically a stimulant expectorant causing it to stimulate the mucous membranes to produce a productive cough, an emmenagogue stimulant causing an increase in circulation to the reproductive organs to stimulate the onset of menses, a circulatory stimulant causing an increase of blood flow throughout the system, a digestive stimulant causing an increase in ‘digestive fire’ by stimulating circulation in the digestive system, an immunostimulant causing a non-specific stimulation of the immune system, and a stimulant diaphoretic causing a increase in the circulatory system that opens the capillary beds to direct blood to the surface thereby promoting sweating. Aside from being a stimulant it also has antispasmodic properties specifically for the female reproductive system, lessening tension in the reproductive tract and uterus during menstruation. And lastly, Angelica is an inflammatory-modulating herb, helping mediate the inflammatory response.
Herbal Actions
Bitter, Alterative, Carminative, Diaphoretic, and Astringent
Parts Used
Roots, Seeds, and Flowers. Although mainly roots are used in herbal medicine.
Flavors
Aromatic, bitter, and slightly sweet
Plant Energetics
Warming, stimulant, drying, and relaxant
Disclaimer
This information is intended only as a general reference for further exploration, and is not a replacement for professional health advice. This content does not provide dosage information, format recommendations, toxicity levels, or possible interactions with prescription drugs. Accordingly, this information should be used only under the direct supervision of a qualified health practitioner such as a naturopathic physician.