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- The ideal location for angelica is sunny and humid
- The sunnier the more aromatic the plant becomes
- Tips
Angelica often grows on wild meadows in the wild
The ideal location for angelica is sunny and humid
The angelica (Angelica), which grows up to two meters high, belongs to the family of the umbelliferae (Apiaceae) and originates from the far north of Europe. The medicinal angelica (Angelica archangelica) has been used for centuries in the field of medicine, especially its roots. The medicinal plant can be cultivated very well in the garden, but needs a sunny location and a lot of space.
The sunnier the more aromatic the plant becomes
Basically angelica grows in sunny, partially shaded or shady spots. However, the medicinal plant forms its active ingredients and that for the typical aroma only in sunny places. In addition, the plant should be as protected from the wind as possible, so that their very high umbels are not simply bent over in the next gust of wind. Furthermore, the angelica prefers a moist, nutrient-rich soil with feinkrümeliger earth. Please also keep in mind that the plant needs a lot of space and is not suitable for underplanting.
Tips
Beware of wild collections: Angelika can be quickly confused with the rather similar, but deadly poisonous water hemlock and with the equally dangerous Giant Bear Claw.