Angelica has a long folk-history of use as a medicinal herb, in particular for
the treatment of digestive disorders and problems with blood
circulation. The root is the most active medicinally, it should be
harvested in the autumn of its first year of growth, sliced
longitudinally if necessary and dried quickly. If well stored, the root
retains its medicinal virtues for many years. The leaves and seeds can
also be used. The leaves are harvested and dried in late spring before
the plant comes into flower.
The plant is antispasmodic,
carminative, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant, stomachic,
tonic. An infusion is used to ease flatulence, indigestion, chronic
bronchitis and typhus. It stimulates blood flow to the peripheral parts
of the body and so is of value in treating poor circulation - it is
considered a specific treatment for Buerger's disease, a condition that
narrows the arteries of the hands and feet. Angelica is contra-indicated
for people with a tendency towards diabetes since its use can increase
sugar levels in the urine. This plant should not be prescribed for
pregnant women, nor should the juice be allowed to come into contact
with the eyes. An essential oil from the seeds is sometimes used as a
rub to relieve rheumatic conditions.
Min seeds .50 seeds per packet
Roots are also available
The Jammu and Kashmir medicinal Plants Introduction Centre
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