What is Angelica Root?
Body System Affinity
Lungs/Respiratory System, Digestive System, Liver/Gallbladder, Circulatory System/Blood Quality, Immune System, Lymphatic System, Female Reproductive System
Herbal Actions
Stimulant Expectorant, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Antispasmodic, Anti-rheumatic, Circulatory Stimulant, Antiseptic/Antimicrobial, Cholagogue, Anti-Inflammatory, Astringent, Alterative (supports elimination pathways), Aromatic Bitter, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Hypotensive, Hepatoprotective, Stimulating Nervine
Herbal Energetics
Warm, Dry, Pungent, Bitter
Angelica Root is drying and clears bogginess in the body, but does have an oily quality as wellWhen learning about a new plant, it is very useful to assess the type of environment they prefer to grow in, in order to glean insight into their herbal actions on the body. This is one facet of understanding the concept of “Doctrine of Signatures,” which is a philosophy we can utilize to understand the language of plants. Angelica prefers to grow in swampy and marshy areas, showing their indication for overly moist and damp conditions in our bodies! This phlegmatic dampness can show up in our lungs as a wet cough, a sluggishness in our digestive/metabolic processes (especially in the assimilation of fats), and in stagnancy of our blood and qi.
Why we love this herb:
Angelica is ruled by the Sun, and has associations with Jupiter as well in medical astrology. They are indicated not just for stagnation in the physical body, but our overall vital force and strength + presence of Spirit. We love Angelica Root as an analogue for more endangered species with similar actions, such as Osha Root. They are also in the “bear medicine” family of plants, according to Native American medicine traditions. As an energetic preparation, Angelica is utilized to support life passages and transitions, from womb to tomb. They are associated with Angels, making them an incredible herb for calling in guidance when you need to surrender to the higher forces at play.
Balanced Root Products Featuring Angelica:
Leo Astrology Tea, Angelica Tincture...Add Angelica to any custom blend! Available in bulk in store
