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Angelica Angelica archagelica

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Common Names
Angelica ,
Botanical Name
Angelica archagelica
Family
APIACEAE or UMBELLIFERAE Carrot Family
Angelica Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Common Uses: Amenorrhea * Childbirth * Colds * Congestion/Chest & Sinus * Depression * Digestion/Indigestion * Dysmenorrhea * IBS *
Properties: Stomachic* Diaphoretic* Stimulant* Carminative* Expectorant* Tonic* Cardic tonic Cordial* Nervine* Antitussive*
Parts Used: roots, stems,seeds, leaves
Constituents:essential oils, bitter principles, coumarin compounds


Angelica warms the system

Angelica has a long history of use as a medicinal herb, in particular for the treatment of digestive disorders and problems with blood circulation. It is closely related to the Chinese herb Dong Quai . The fruit, leaf, and root of angelica stimulate digestion, help dispel gas and calm the nerves. Angelica is especially good when bloating or cramps are present. Angelica is a good herb to add to treatments for colds, congestion and fevers.

Related Species dong quai, Angelica sinensis
Side Effects:
Because of its coumarin content, it may interfere with anticoagulant drugs. Angelica is a strong emmenagogue (a substance that induces menstruation) and should not be taken by pregnant women.
How to Use: Angelica
Preparation Methods :Essential oil, tinctures, extracts, capsules, decoction

remedyRemedies using : Angelica

Angelica for :Coughs, expectorant
Coughs, expectorant It is generally used as a stimulating expectorant - and a useful agent in feverish conditions. Angelica is a good remedy for colds, coughs, pleurisy.

Maud Grieve, Modern Herbal Vol 1 (1931)

Angelica for :Congestion
Congestion Warming and stimulating to the lungs, angelica is used to ease congestion in flu and colds.
Angelica for :Childbirth
Childbirth Sometimes employed by midwives during childbirth when labour is long or delayed. Angelica is the herb of choice for many midwives to help expel the placenta following childbirth.

Rosemary Gladstar, Herbal Healing for Women (1993)

Angelica for :Cramping menstruation
Cramping menstruation Relieves congestion of the pelvis, often helpful in easing painful and cramping menstruation

Rosemary Gladstar, Herbal Healing for Women (1993)

Angelica for :Nervous stomach, digestive disorders.
Nervous stomach, digestive disorders. Angelica's concentration of bitters make it an excellent digestive aid especially in cases of nervous stomach and tension-related digestive disorders.

Marlene Ericksen, Healing with Aromatherapy (2000)

Angelica for :Delayed menstruation
Delayed menstruation Angelica stimulates delayed menstruation, breaking up stagnation in the reproductive system

Rosemary Gladstar, Herbal Healing for Women (1993)

Angelica for :Angina and high blood pressure.
Angina and high blood pressure. Angelica contains fifteen compounds that act much like calcium channel blockers, a class drug that is a standard treatment for angina and high blood pressure.

Phyllis A. Balch, Prescription for Herbal Healing (2002)

Angelica for :Cardiac Arrhythmia
Cardiac Arrhythmia Angelica contains at least 14 anti-arrhythmic compounds, one of which is said to be as active as verapamil (Calan, Isoptin), a popularcalcium channel blocker.

James Duke, The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook (2000)

Jasmine for :Depression
Depression For depression, choose stimulant and tonic essential oils, such as jasmine and angelica, to be used at least 3 times a week in baths and foot massages.

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(Angelica archangelica) Origin-Hungary Method of Cultivation- Organic Note Classification: Top to middle Aroma: Sharp, biting odor of green stems, just broken, with peppery overtones
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referencesAngelica Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Amenorrhea * Childbirth * Colds * Congestion/Chest & Sinus * Depression * Digestion/Indigestion * Dysmenorrhea * IBS *
Plant Description

Koehler's Medicinal-Plants 1887
Koehler's Medicinal-Plants 1887

  • Flowers:Small, yellow or greenish, grouped into large umbels
  • Stem:Angelica has a strong and stately presence, growing up to 6 feet tall, fluted stems. Angelica is unique amongst the Umbelliferae for its pervading aromatic odor.
  • Leaves:Bright green, often 3 feet in length
  • Roots: Long, thick and fleshy roots are the part used in herbal medicine
  • Preferred Habitat:Fields and meadows, shady, damp soil, loves to grow near running water
  • Flowering Season:July, can be grown in pots for indoor use
  • Distribution:Native to the Middle East, found worldwide in temperate zones.

Aromatherapy
Essential Oils and Carrier Oils
aromatherapy Angelica balsam is obtained by extraction the roots with alcohol, evaporating and extracting the residue. It is a dark brown color and contains Angelica Oil, Angelia wax and Angelican. Angelica oil is one of the pricier oils on the market Rootsy woody, herbaceous. Bitter, sweet and earthy and long-lasting, often used as a fixative.
Folklore, Myths and Legends
History and Traditions
historyIts virtues are praised by old writers, and the the name itself, as well as the folk-lore of all North European countries, testifies to the great antiquity of a belief in its merits as a protection against contagion, for purifying the blood, and for curing every conceivable malady.(Grieve, M.36)
Astrology:
folkloreIt is an herb of the Sun in Leo; let it be gathered when he is there, the Moon applying to his good aspect; let it be gathered either in his hour, or in the hour of Jupiter; let Sol be angular Nicholas Culpeper
folkloreAngelica was associated with many Pagan festivals, and after the introduction of Christianity, the plant became linked with some archangelic patronage, according to legend Angelica was revealed in a dream by an angel to cure the plague. Another explanation for the name is that it blooms on the day of Michael the Archangel (May 8, oldstyle) and is on that account held to be a preservative against evil spirits and witchcrafts of spells of all kinds, being also called "the root of the holy ghost"
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