Plant Details

Angelica sylvestris

Wild angelica , Wood angelica

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General Information

Scientific name: Angelica sylvestris
Also known as: Wild angelica , Wood angelica

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous, Ground cover
Size: Small
Height: 1.50 m
Width: - m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Shade, Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Flowers, Condiment, Root
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Dye

Description

The leaves, young shoots, and stems of this plant can be added to salads as an aromatic flavoring, or they can be cooked and used as a vegetable. The taste is mildly bitter. Chopped leaves pair well with cooked sour fruits, especially rhubarb. The stems and petioles can be used in sweets and candies. The seeds can serve as an aromatic flavoring in candies and pastries, while the roots can be cooked and eaten.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/08
End of Harvest: 30/09