Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oreada
ID:
536988

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) M.Hiroe

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Umbell. World : 1430 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000536320



Common Names

  • Oread Angelica
  • Oreada Angelica
  • Angelica oreada


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Synonyms

  • Angelica archangelica himalaica (Clarke) Nasir [unknown]
  • Archangelica oreadum Diels [unknown]

Description

Angelica oreada (also called Oread Angelica, Oread Parsnip, and Oread Parsley, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as mountain forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Angelica oreada is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments such as coughs, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as a diuretic and to reduce inflammation. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Angelica oreada has small white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem. The leaves are lanceolate and have a serrated edge.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angelica oreada can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is best planted in the spring or fall and can be divided every three to four years.

Where to Find Angelica oreada

Angelica oreada can be found in the mountains of Japan.

Angelica oreada FAQ

What is the scientific name of Angelica oreada?

Angelica oreada

What is the natural habitat of Angelica oreada?

It is native to Japan, Korea, and China.

What are the uses of Angelica oreada?

It is used in traditional Chinese medicine and as a food flavoring.

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-2639196: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Minosuke Hiroe (1914-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Hiroe' in the authors string.