Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dahurica
ID:
536822

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hoffm.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Franch. & Sav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Jap. 1: 187 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000536154

Common Names

  • Angelica Dahurica
  • Dahurica Angelica
  • Angelica Dahurica Angelica

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Synonyms

  • Thysselinum dahuricum (Hoffm.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Procris chinensis (Lour.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Angelica glabra Makino [unknown]
  • Angelica macrocarpa H.Wolff [unknown]
  • Angelica porphyrocaulis Nakai & Kitag. [unknown]
  • Angelica pubescens glabra Y.Yabe [unknown]
  • Angelica tschiliensis H.Wolff [unknown]
  • Callisace dahurica Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Dorstenia chinensis Lour. [unknown]
  • Dorstenia digitifolia Stokes [unknown]
  • Angelica dahurica pai-chi Kimura [unknown]
  • Angelica porphyrocaulis latisecta Kitag. [unknown]
  • Angelica dahurica dahurica [unknown]
  • Angelica porphyrocaulis albiflora Makino [unknown]

Description

Angelica dahurica (also called Dahurian Angelica, among many other common names) is a biennial or short-lived perennial plant that grows up to 6 feet tall. It has a stout, hollow stem and deeply-lobed leaves. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows, streambanks, and wet woods.

Uses & Benefits

Angelica dahurica is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and pain. It is also used as a diuretic and to treat urinary tract infections. It has been used to treat skin diseases, and as an antiseptic and astringent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Angelica dahurica var. formosana (Boissieu) Yen

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Angelica dahurica is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angelica dahurica is a perennial herb native to North Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the root crown. Seeds should be sown in a moist medium and kept at a temperature of at least 70°F (21°C). Seedlings should be kept in a humid environment and should be repotted when they reach a height of 2-3 inches (5-7 cm).

Where to Find Angelica dahurica

Angelica dahurica is native to Asia and can be found in moist meadows, along streams and rivers, and in wetland areas.

Angelica dahurica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Angelica dahurica?

Angelica dahurica

What is the common name of Angelica dahurica?

Dahurian Angelica

What is the natural habitat of Angelica dahurica?

Woodlands and meadows

Species in the Angelica genus

Angelica acutiloba, Angelica adzharica, Angelica ampla, Angelica angelicastrum, Angelica anomala, Angelica apaensis, Angelica archangelica, Angelica arguta, Angelica atropurpurea, Angelica biserrata, Angelica brevicaulis, Angelica breweri, Angelica californica, Angelica callii, Angelica canbyi, Angelica capitellata, Angelica cartilaginomarginata, Angelica cincta, Angelica cryptotaeniifolia, Angelica cyclocarpa, Angelica czernaevia, Angelica dahurica, Angelica dailingensis, Angelica dawsonii, Angelica decursiva, Angelica dentata, Angelica duclouxii, Angelica edulis, Angelica furcijuga, Angelica genuflexa, Angelica gigas, Angelica glauca, Angelica gmelinii, Angelica grayi, Angelica hakonensis, Angelica hendersonii, Angelica heterocarpa, Angelica inaequalis, Angelica indica, Angelica japonica, Angelica kangdingensis, Angelica keiskei, Angelica kingii, Angelica komarovii, Angelica laevis, Angelica laurentiana, Angelica laxifoliata, Angelica lignescens, Angelica likiangensis, Angelica lineariloba,

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2639044: Based on the initial data import
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Paul Amédée Ludovic Savatier (1830-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sav.' in the authors string.
Georg Franz Hoffmann (1760-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoffm.' in the authors string.