Botanical Name: Angelica Sinensis

Plant Part: Root

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Origin: China

Consistency: Medium

Note: Middle

Strength of Aroma: Strong

Blends well with: Cedarwood, Frankincense, Myrrh and Sandakwood

Aromatic Scent: It is said to eppery, rich, herbal, earthy, woody and musk animal odor. have a p

Description: Commonly known as "dong quai" or "female ginseng" Angelica is a large hairy, biennial plant with ferny leaves and umbels of white flowers. It can grow 5 to 8 feet tallnd flowering time is June to August. Crystallized a young stalks of the south European umbelliferous herb Angelica archangelica (A. officinalis). They are bright green in colour, and are used to decorate and flavour confectionery. The roots are used together with juniper berries to flavour gin, and the seeds are used in vermouth and Chartreuse. Essential oils are distilled from the roots, stem, and leaves. The root of A. sinensis is dong quai, a traditional Chinese medicine.

Applications: Menstrual/Internal/Blood/Colds

Known primarily as a female treatment, Angelica has many other uses aside from aiding in the relief of menstrual difficulties.  The stems and leaves are also used as a flavor ingredient in liqueur.