Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
536905

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts , n.s., 6: 390 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000536237

Common Names

  • Angelica Japonica
  • Japonica Angelica
  • Angelica Japonica Angelica

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Synonyms

  • Angelica kiusiana Maxim. [unknown]
  • Angelica sieboldii Miq. [unknown]

Description

Angelica japonica (also called Japanese Angelica, among many other common names) is an herbaceous biennial plant native to Japan. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and along streams and rivers. It has large, furcate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Angelica japonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, cold, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Angelica japonica var. boninensis (Tuyama) T.Yamaz.
Angelica japonica var. hirsutiflora (Liu, Chao & Chuang) T.Yamaz.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Angelica japonica 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 japonica is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location, as it is susceptible to wind damage. The plant can be divided in spring or autumn, and the seeds can be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Angelica japonica

Angelica japonica can be found in the alpine regions of Japan.

Angelica japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Angelica japonica?

Angelica japonica

What is the common name of Angelica japonica?

Japanese Angelica

What is the natural habitat of Angelica japonica?

Mountain meadows in Japan

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-2639119: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.