Garden angelica (Angelica archangelica)
Angelica archangelica is a robust biennial herb, known for its tall, architectural form and aromatic properties. It features large, compound leaves and greenish-white flo
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade, prefers partial shade in hot climates.
Watering
Consistently moist soil, avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Rich, deep, moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral loam.
Temperature
Cool to moderate temperatures, 10-20 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light feeding in spring with organic matter.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade, prefers partial shade in hot climates.
Consistently moist soil, avoid waterlogging.
Rich, deep, moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral loam.
Cool to moderate temperatures, 10-20 °C.
Outdoor
Light feeding in spring with organic matter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Medicinal, Ornamental, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Biennials
Plant Height
1.5-2.5 m
Spread
0.6-1.2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Dormancy
Winter dormancy
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound, ternate-pinnate
Flower Size
10-20 cm (umbel diameter)
Optimal Sunlight Lux
40000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderApiales
- familyApiaceae
- genusAngelica
- speciesAngelica archangelica
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Edible
Yes
Contains furanocoumarins; contact with sap followed by sun exposure can cause phytophotodermatitis (skin irritation and blistering). Ingestion of large quantities may cause gastrointestinal upset.