Botanical Name: Angelica archangelica
Common Name:
- English: Garden angelica
- Also, known as: Angelika, angélique, Engelwurz, Archangelica, angelica, Kvan, American Angelica, Angélica, Angelica acutiloba, Angelica archangelica, Angelica atropurpurea, Angelica curtisi, Angelica officinalis, Angelica sylvestris, Angelicae Fructus, Angelicae Herba, Angelicae Radix, Angelica sylvestris, Angelicae, Angélique, Angélique Archangélique, Angélique Cultivée, Angélique de Bohème, Angélique des Jardins, Angélique Médicinale, Angélique Officinale, Angélique Sauvage, Angélique Vraie, Angel's Wort, Archangel, Archangelica officinalis, Archangélique, Bai Zhi, Canda, Dang Gui, Du Huo, Garden Angelica, European Angelica, Herbe aux Anges, Herbe du Saint-Esprit, Racine du Saint Esprit, Radix Angelicae, Radix Angelicae Pubescentis, Root of the Holy Ghost, Wild Angelica, Wild Parsnip
Origin: Poland
Harvested: Wild
Parts Used: Root
General Information:
There are thirty varieties of angelica, but this one is the only one officially employed in medicine. The root of the common angelica is long and spindle shaped, thick, and fleshy – large specimens weighing sometimes as much as 2-3 pounds. The stems are stout, fluted, 4-6 feet high and hollow.
How to use:
Powdered Herb:
There are different ways to use powdered herb.
Food Preparation: You can add powdered herb to any super food herbal smoothie, sauces, spreads and even cookies. Also for children, you can mix powdered herb with honey or glycerin to make paste. The thicker the paste, the more potent and herbal in taste. The sweet taste of honey and glycerin will help medicine go down. This method is also known as "Electuaries".
Capsules: Encapsulating your own powdered herb at home, gives you assurance that the contents of the capsules are pure herb and no filler or any other products. These capsules can be taken with liquid.
Poultice: Poultice can be made with an herbal powder and liquid (mostly water) to form a paste which is then applied to the skin. This method is very helpful for skin conditions.
Herbal shot: Powdered herb can be mixed with water, fruit juice or other liquid to make herbal shot.
Precautions:
You should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
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