Angelica Root has been used since ancient times as an herbal medicine. Folk lore talked about it as a cure for every malady known to man and in Christianity it was thought to protect against evil spirits. Today, it’s used in aromatherapy for its antibacterial and anti fungal properties, and is also known to be a great oil to use for symptomatic relief of respiratory concerns.
Name of Oil: Angelica Root
Latin Binomial: Angelica archangelica
Extraction Method: Steam
Countries of Origin: India
Scent Profile: Herbaceous, woody, fresh
Parts used in distillation: Root
Oil Characteristics: Pale yellow, thin, medium-strong aroma
Cultivation: Non Sprayed
Used in aromatherapy for the symptomatic relief of:
Coughs, sinus infections, arthritis, gout, fatigue, psoriasis, water retention, and digestive concerns.
Used in aromatherapy to help ease emotional symptoms of:
Nicotine addiction, stress and nervousness.
In traditional herbalism, Angelica Root has long been used to protect against contagion, as a purifying agent, and to ease the symptoms of rheumatism. Angelica Root has also been a top choice for treating respiratory issues.
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Safety:
Phototoxic, avoid in pregnancy
Books Cited:
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition – Salvatore Battaglia
Essential Oil Safety , 2nd Edition – Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy – Valerie Wormwood
Aromatherapeutic Blending – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Fragrant Mind – Valerie Wormwood
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