Angelica Root Absolute
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.
From the 10th century on, angelica was cultivated as a vegetable and medicinal plant, and achieved great popularity in Scandinavia in the 12th century and is still used today, especially in Sami culture. A flute-like instrument with a clarinet-like sound can be made of its hollow stem, probably as a toy for children. Linnaeus reported that Sami peoples used it in reindeer milk. Other usages include spices.
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 cumminuted roots are first extracted with petroleum ether or benzene, and the solvent is completely recovered in a vacuum. The residue is subsequently extracted with ethyl alcohol, the angelica root absolute is left as a viscous yellow brown liquid. ....more
| Botanical Name: | Angelica archangelica L. |
| Family: | Apiaceae |
| Synonyms: | Angelica officinalis, European angelica, garden angelica, holy ghost root, archangel root. |
| See Also: | Angelica Root Essential Oil
Angelica Seed Essential Oil |
| Parts Used: | Root/rhizome |
| Extraction Method: | Solvent extraction. |
| Appearance: | Yellow brown viscous liquid |
| Aroma Description: | Glycol, powerful pungent herbal, musk. |
| Perfume note: | Base |
| Consistancy: | Medium to thick |
| Strength of Initial Aroma: | Medium |
| Blends well with: | Patchouli, clary sage, vetiver, citrus oils |
| 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: | Irritant and this absolute should not be used anywhere on the body because of its phototoxic effects. |
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