Angelica Root Essential Oil
Angelica is a large hairy, biennial plant with ferny leaves and umbels of white flowers it can grow 5 to 8 feet tall. Flowering time is June to August. Angelica is considered to be native to Europe, although it was possibly introduced from Syria. It is cultivated in Belgium, Holland, France, Germany, Hungary, India, the United States and Canada.
Angelica contains a variety of chemicals which have been shown to have medicinal properties. Chewing on angelica or drinking tea brewed from it will cause local anesthesia, but it will heighten the consumer's immune system. It has been shown to be effective against various bacteria, fungal infections and even viral infections.
The essential Oils are steam distilled from the seeds or rhizomes. Fresher roots yield oils of lighter color and a more pronounced terpene note. Oils distilled from older roots are darker, more viscous and have a characteristic musk-like odor. Generally expect to see a water-white or pale yellow to orange-brown colored liquid. Oils from young roots (or from the seed!) exhibit a light somewhat peppery topnote missing in oils from older (2 - 3 years) roots
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| Botanical Name: | Angelica archangelica L. |
| Family: | Apiaceae |
| Synonyms: | Angelica officinalis, Archangelica officinalis European angelica, Angel’s herb, Root of the Holy Spirit, garden angelica, holy ghost root, archangel root. |
| See Also: | Angelica Root Absolute
Angelica Seed |
| Parts Used: | Root/rhizome |
| Extraction Method: | Steam Distillation. |
| Appearance: | Pale yellow to yellow liquid |
| Aroma Description: | Rich, earthy-herby, woody characteristic with a musky, animal-like undertone. |
| Perfume note: | Base |
| Consistancy: | Light |
| Strength of Initial Aroma: | Medium - Strong |
| Blends well with: | Basil, chamomile, geranium, grapefruit, lavender, lemon, mandarin and patchouli. |
| Historical Uses: | Angelica Root was widely thought to be a powerful guardian and healer, and to provide strength to women. It is believed that Angelica Root is used by many people for the purpose of warding off evil and bringing good luck in health and family matters. It is also widely claimed that a mixture of Angelica and Lavender with Sweet Almond Oil promotes peace at home and faithfulness in marriage. |
| Modern Uses: | Dull skin, exhaustion, gout, psoriasis, toxin build-up, water retention. It is a natural stimulant to the body’s immune system, having been used to relieve bronchial ailments, colds, coughs, indigestion, and to increase the appetite. |
| Cautions: | The oil is non-toxic and non-irritant at low levels but is phototoxic and a possible irritant and sentsitizer at higher levels. Use on the skin should be avoided for at least 12 hours before exposure to sunlight. Overuse may cause insomnia. It should be avoided during pregnancy and with diabetes |
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