Angelica dawsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 20: 369 (1885)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000536158
Common Names
- Angelica Dawsonii
- Dawsonii Angelica
- Angelica Dawsonii Angelica
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Angelica dawsonii (also called Dawson's 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 dawsonii 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Angelica dawsonii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Angelica dawsonii is a perennial herb native to North America. 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 dawsonii
Angelica dawsonii is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows, along streams and rivers, and in wetland areas.
Angelica dawsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Angelica dawsonii?
Angelica dawsonii
What is the common name of Angelica dawsonii?
Dawson's Angelica
What is the natural habitat of Angelica dawsonii?
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-2639048: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.