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ORIGIN - Angelica is a plant belonging to the Apiaceae family. The fluted stems are composed of jagged leaves made up of numerous small leaflets on short stems, each group forming a ball. The subsequent white flowers form umbrella’s. The roots are deep an
ORIGINAngelica is a plant belonging to the Apiaceae family. The fluted stems are composed of jagged leaves made up of numerous small leaflets on short stems, each group forming a ball. The subsequent white flowers form umbrella’s. The roots are deep and the plant can easily reach over 1m in height. USES The stem and the fresh flowers, harvested during the summer, can be used in the kitchen to flavour a wide range of dishes such as eggs or fish, is candied and is also used in Vermouth. The dried roots can be used for infusions and herbal teas. CAUTION Angelica should not be used for those with stomach ulcers and eating too much angelica can cause skin irritations and rashes. PROPERTIES Angelica has depressant, calming and digestive properties.
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