Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kangdingensis
ID:
536909

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.H.Shan & F.T.Pu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 33(5): 478. 1995 [10 Sep 1995]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000536241

Common Names

  • Kangding Angelica
  • Chinese Angelica
  • Angelica kangdingensis

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Angelica kangdingensis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Angelica kangdingensis 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 kangdingensis 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 kangdingensis

Angelica kangdingensis can be found in the alpine regions of the Himalayas.

Angelica kangdingensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Angelica kangdingensis?

Angelica kangdingensis

What is the common name of Angelica kangdingensis?

Kangding Angelica

What is the natural habitat of Angelica kangdingensis?

Mountain meadows in China

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-2639122: Based on the initial data import
Ren Hwa Shan (1909-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Shan' in the authors string.
Fa Ting Pu (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Pu' in the authors string.