Angelica sylvestris
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Angelica sylvestris
Also known as:
Wild angelica , Wood angelica
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer, Soil
Format:
Smal
Height:
1.50 m
Width:
- m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Shadow, Half shade, Sun
Shadow, Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Flowers, Condiment, Root
Leaves, Flowers, Condiment, Root
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye
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
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Asimina triloba Papaw |
Asimina triloba can improve soil quality and provide shade for Angelica sylvestris. |
|
Cudrania tricuspidata Silkworm Thorn, Storehousebush |
Cudrania tricuspidata can attract beneficial insects, which can help with pollination. |
|
Mentha aquatica Water mint |
Mentha aquatica can repel pests that may harm Angelica sylvestris while providing aromatic benefits. |
|
Phytolacca americana Poke root, Pokeweed |
Phytolacca americana can provide support and create diversity in the guild which helps with the overall resilience. |
|
Thymus vulgaris Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme |
Thymus vulgaris can attract pollinators and provide a ground cover that retains moisture for Angelica sylvestris. |