Angelica Radix
Angelica Root / Angelica Radix / Bulk Herbs / Angelica Archangelicae / Organic Dried Herbs / Angelica Archangelica
Origin: Bulgaria
Botonical Name: Angelica Archangelicae
Other Names: Garden angelica, wild celery, Norwegian angelica, Holy Ghost, Masterwort, Archangelica, European Angelica,Dang Gui, Root of the Holy Spirit, Herbe aux anges, Engelwurz, Angelic Root, Root of the Holy Ghost, Angelique (French), Radix Angelicae Sinensis
Angelica archangelica, is a biennial plant from the family Apiaceae, a subspecies of Angelica root, also known as Angelica archangelica, is a perennial herb native to temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It belongs to the Apiaceae family, which includes celery, parsley, and carrots. Angelica is a unique herb with a very noticeable and recognizable scent. The most common word used to describe the scent of Angelica is herbacious. The root of the angelica plant is the most commonly used part.
Usage: Two teaspoons of finely chopped root is brewed with 300 ml of boiling water. Boil for 5 minutes. Strain and drink.
Traditional Use
Garden angelica (Angelica archangelica) is one of the classic aromatic bitter herbs of European tradition. The root is traditionally used:
- Before meals, to stimulate appetite and support digestion
- After meals, to ease occasional bloating and gas
- As a warming tea in the cold season, to support clear, comfortable breathing
- To flavour herbal liqueurs and bitters
Harvest & Character
Cut, dried root with a strong, sweetly aromatic, earthy scent and a warm, bitter taste.
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