Botanical Profile
Garden angelica is a traditional European root and aromatic plant of the Apiaceae family. It combines aromatic bitter-plant contexts with the historical traditions of monastic gardens and herbal practice.
Angelica archangelica L. is a large biennial to perennial member of the Apiaceae family with a robust rootstock, hollow stems and large umbels. Traditionally, the root and rhizome are the principal parts used.
Phytochemistry
Phytochemically, garden angelica is associated with essential oil, coumarins, furanocoumarins, bitter constituents and aromatic root compounds. Furanocoumarin-related aspects are particularly important for a factual assessment.
Traditional Uses
ESCOP covers Angelicae radix in its monograph context for the dried root or rhizome of Angelica archangelica. Historically, garden angelica is one of the European plants strongly shaped by symbolism and monastic herbal traditions.
Current Research
Modern research investigates essential-oil profiles, furanocoumarin-related aspects, bitter and aromatic profiles, and pharmacognostic questions. This research should be understood as scientific context.
Sources
- ESCOP Monographs – Angelicae radix
- Angelica root / Angelicae radix
- Phytochemical literature on Angelica archangelica L., essential oil and furanocoumarins.
Notice
The information presented in this botanical profile has been compiled to the best of our knowledge and belief from botanical, phytochemical, historical and scientific sources. It is intended solely for general professional information and initial orientation.
The content does not constitute an assurance of specific properties, effects, qualities or possible uses of products or extracts. In particular, it does not constitute a guarantee, a statement of suitability, or a statement regarding marketability, permissibility or usability in specific applications or markets.
Assessment of the suitability of a raw material or extract for a particular intended use, as well as compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements, is the sole responsibility of the respective user.
Notice
The information presented in this botanical profile has been compiled to the best of our knowledge and belief from botanical, phytochemical, historical and scientific sources. It is intended solely for general professional information and initial orientation.
The content does not constitute any assurance of specific properties, effects, qualities or possible uses of products or extracts. In particular, it does not constitute a guarantee, a statement of suitability, or any statement regarding marketability, regulatory permissibility or usability in specific applications or markets.
Assessment of the suitability of a raw material or extract for a specific intended use, as well as compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements, is the sole responsibility of the respective user.