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The name angelica derives from the Medieval Latin herba angelica, "angelic herb", so called from its supposed special powers against poison and plague. It was believed to protect against contagious diseases (including the plague), ward off evil spirits and enchantments, bestow long life, and even neutralize the bites of mad dogs. As recently as the end of World War I, people chewed on the root in the belief that it would protect them from the then rampant worldwide influenza epidemic.
Today angelica is valued mainly for its stimulating effects on the digestive system. Preparations from stems, seeds, and roots are helpful for calming digestive disturbances and stimulating the appetite and for alleviating coughs.
Ever since colonial times, the aromatic, naturally sweetish stems have been candied for tasty treats and use as pastry decorations. The celery-like leafstalks can also be cooked or eaten raw, and essential oils distilled from the seeds and roots are used in perfumes and as flavorings for gin, vermouth, and various liqueurs such as Chartreuse.
General Herb Information
A native of northern Europe, the stately angelica is often grown as a garden herb. Its wild American relative - great angelica, or alexanders - is similar in appearance except for its purplish stems and has similar properties and uses.
Positive identification is essential when collecting the wild species because it resembles some poisonous members of the carrot family.
Habitat: Angelica requires rich, moist garden soil in partial shade. Great angelica prefers wet bettomlands and swamps.
Range: Great angelica grows wild from Labrador to Minnesota, south to Maryland, Indiana, and Iowa.
Identification: A robust perennial herb with thick, hollow stems up to 6 feet tall. The leaves are pinnately compound, with toothed leaflets and enlarged sheaths at the base of the leafstalks. Large globular flowerheads (June-October) consist of many clusters of tiny greenish-white flowers.
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Directions
Stir 1/4 of a teaspoon into a glass of water and consume 3 times daily, with meals.
Cautions
Avoid prolonged exposure to sunglight.
Not to be used during pregnancy.
Additional Information
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