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ANGELICA

LATIN NAME Angelica archangelica

FAMILY NAME Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)

The plant family that parsley, fennel & dill also belong to

SYNONYMS Angelica officinalis, European angelica, garden angelica

COLOUR When made from roots & rhizomes colourless or pale yellow

which turns yellowy brown with age

When made from seeds or fruit - colourless

VISCOSITY Thin to medium

AROMA When made from roots & rhizomes rich, herbaceous, earthy, body note, sweet, heavy

When made from seeds or fruit

Fresher, spicy, peppery top note, intensive green

NOTE Top when derived from fruit or seed

Base when derived from roots or rhizomes

COUNTRIES OF PRODUCTION

Said to originate from Africa & was introduced to Europe in the 16th century. Cultivated in

Belgium, Hungary, Germany, China, Egypt, Russia, Spain and France

PARTS USED Either roots or rhizomes; or fruit and seeds

EXTRACTION METHOD Steam distillation

YIELD

BLENDS WELL WITH

Vetiver, clary sage, basil, chamomile, geranium, grapefruit, lavender, lemon, mandarin,

patchouli

MAIN CHEMICAL COMPONENTS

Borneol, linalool, bergaptene, limonene, phellandrene, pinene, sesquiterpenes, angelic

acid, sitosterol, phenolic acids, coumarins, angelicin

WARNINGS & CONTRA INDICATIONS

May cause sensitivity to sunlight Avoid exposure to the sun and tanning beds Avoid during pregnancy Not suitable for use by diabetics May over-stimulate the nervous system

THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES

Anti-spasmodic, aphrodisiac, carminative, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue,

expectorant, hepatic, stimulant, stomachic, general tonic

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THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS

EMOTIONAL

Grounding Eases dealing with difficulties Creates a feeling of balance Strengthening effect on the spirits To treat nervous tension, nervous fatigue, migraines, anxiety and stress Boost to the flagging mind and body, particularly stress inducedCIRCULATION Stimulating & detoxifyingDIGESTIVE

Indigestion, flatulence, colic, dyspepsia Stimulates appetiteGENERAL

Invigorates lymphatic system - Increases perspiration - Cleansing system of toxins May help to reduce feverishness associated with coughs, colds and fluGENITO-URINARY

Urinary antiseptic Said to encourage production of oestrogen thereby helping with painful periods Diuretic effect combat fluid retentionMENTAL

Nervous exhaustion & stress Revitalise tired mind & provide mental driveNERVOUS SYSTEM

Headaches, migraines Toothache Stress related disordersRESPIRATORY

Expectorant for colds, bronchitis, pleurisy

To relieve asthma Restores sense of smell General tonic to the lungsSKIN

Tonic for dull congested skin Irritation Psoriasis & associated irritation Accumulation of toxins

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Soothing inflammation Dermatitis & associated irritation Possibly effective on fungal growthsSTRUCTURAL

Rheumatic conditions Arthritis Gout SciaticaOTHER

Neutralise snake bites Said to control uric acid Valued for giving the constitution a boost, invigorating the lymph system & generally

detoxifying the body

METHODS OF APPLICATION

AEROSOL

Vapour therapy Clear lungs Bronchitis Pleurisy Ease shortness of breath

BATH / FOOT BATH

Aiding the lymphatic system Detoxification Digestive problems Colds & flu Fighting fungal growthsCREAM OR MASSAGE OIL

Cream base Circulation Arthritis Gout

Sciatica Migraines Colds & flu To encourage the natural production of oestrogen, this aids in regulating &

easing painful monthly periods

Massage / bath oil Generally strengthening effect on the spirits To treat nervous tension, anxiety and stress Boost flagging body & mind when fatigue has set in, particularly if stress

induced

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