The Plant
Plant part: Root
Origin: France
Also known as Angelica or Holy Spirit Root, due to its longevity and certainly the vitality and serenity it is said to confer, Angelica is an imported plant of Nordic origin that has acclimatized well in France.
Extremely hardy, Angelica flourishes “feet in the water, head in the sun”. It is harvested in late summer and distilled in autumn.
In our latitudes, this plant is cultivated for confectionery. However, this perennial medicinal plant doesn’t keep its vitality just for itself. It confers it on those who know how to seek it out. To a certain extent, Angelica is for us the equivalent of ginseng in Asian countries.
Angelica is characterized by the presence of monoterpenes and coumarins. In aromatherapy and phytotherapy, a distinction is made between Angelica seed essence and Angelica root essence.
What are the benefits of Angelica (Root)
The root of Angelica is a plant with numerous health benefits. Taken as a herbal tea, it can help alleviate digestive problems by facilitating intestinal transit and reducing bloating. Its tonic and stimulating properties make it an ideal ally to combat intellectual fatigue and overwork. Finally, Angelica is recommended for combating stress thanks to its soothing and relaxing virtues that help restore calm and serenity. Incorporating this plant into one’s daily diet can therefore be beneficial for both our physical well-being and our mental well-being.
Common questions
What can you do with Angelica?
From roots to flowers, thanks to its virtues and fragrance, Angelica is used in a variety of ways, both in cooking and in aromatherapy.
- Flavoring: In cooking, Angelica stems or petioles are used. In small quantities, they can be used to flavor cakes, jams, drinks or liqueurs.
- Infusion: Known for its digestive benefits, Angelica, and in particular its seeds and roots, is traditionally used as an infusion. Place a teaspoonful of seeds in a cup, then pour simmering water over them before infusing for ten minutes.
- **Essential Oil ** : Angelica Essential Oil is a concentrate of its benefits for relieving digestive ailments. Used for massage or orally, always diluted, it stimulates digestion.
What does Angelica taste like?
Angelica stems have a mild, vegetal taste. Be careful not to use too much, as the bitter taste can become too pronounced. Roots have an acrid, slightly bitter taste. Angelica seeds have a taste similar to that of mint.
How to recognize angelica?
Angelica belongs to the Apiaceae family. It is a biennial plant that can reach 2 meters in height. It develops a green and purple stem in its first year. Angelica’s umbellate inflorescence doesn’t appear until the second year. Once flowering is over, the seeds and roots can be harvested to extract the Essential Oil or used as is.
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The Products
Angelica Essential Oil (Root) 100% Organic and Handcrafted
Essenciagua’s certified-organic Angelica (Root) Essential Oil is extracted from Angelica archangelica (Archangelica Angelica), a robust plant with unique properties. Grown in France, it is nicknamed “angel grass” or “Holy Spirit root” for its reputation of bringing longevity and serenity. Distilled in autumn, this essence captures the richness of the root’s active compounds, notably monoterpenes and coumarins. This oil is effective against anxiety and digestive disorders. Diluted application...
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Angelica Hydrolate (Root) 100% Organic and Handcrafted
Essenciagua’s Angelica (Root) Hydrosol, hand-distilled with spring water, is a product of rare finesse, derived from certified organic plants. This hydrolat, extracted from Angelica root, is recognized for its soothing and balancing digestive properties, offering a natural and authentic experience of well-being. Angelica, often called “angel weed” or “Holy Spirit root”, is a robust plant whose medicinal virtues have been recognized for centuries. Its root is distilled to produce a hydrosol...
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