Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sinensis
ID:
537071

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 29: 500 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000536403



Common Names

  • Angelica Sinensis
  • Sinensis Angelica
  • Chinese Angelica


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Synonyms

  • Angelica polymorpha sinensis Oliv. [unknown]

Description

Angelica sinensis (also called Chinese Angelica, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the mountains of China. It grows in moist, shady places and has a rosette of basal leaves and an erect stem. The leaves are ovate and the flowers are white or pink.

Uses & Benefits

Angelica sinensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Angelica sinensis var. wilsonii (H.Wolff) Z.H.Pan & M.F.Watson
Angelica sinensis var. sinensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Angelica sinensis is white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Angelica sinensis is a perennial herb native to East Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the root crown. Seeds should be sown in a moist medium and kept at a temperature of at least 70°F (21°C). Seedlings should be kept in a humid environment and should be repotted when they reach a height of 2-3 inches (5-7 cm).

Where to Find Angelica sinensis

Angelica sinensis can be found in moist meadows and woodlands in China.

Angelica sinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Angelica sinensis?

Angelica sinensis

What is the natural habitat of Angelica sinensis?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

What are the uses of Angelica sinensis?

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-2639272: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.