{"product_id":"angelica-root","title":"Angelica Root (Angelica archangelica) — Bulk Dried Herb","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAngelica Root \u003cem\u003e(Angelica archangelica)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngelica is one of the most majestic and storied plants of the Northern European botanical tradition — a towering biennial of the carrot family whose hollow stems, enormous compound leaves, and globe-shaped flower heads have inspired reverence, legend, and botanical fascination for centuries. Its very name reflects the esteem in which it was held: \u003cem\u003earchangelica\u003c\/em\u003e, named for the Archangel Michael, who was said in medieval legend to have revealed the plant’s virtues to a monk during a plague epidemic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Angelica root is certified organic, cut and sifted to preserve its rich aromatic character and botanical integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Angelica archangelica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apiaceae (Carrot family)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Angelica, Garden Angelica, Holy Ghost Root, Wild Celery, Norwegian Angelica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Part Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root and rhizome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut \u0026amp; Sifted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northern Europe \/ Scandinavia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale to tan fibrous root pieces with a distinctive aromatic character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intensely aromatic, warm, musky, slightly sweet with earthy undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, aromatic, bitter, complex — reminiscent of juniper and celery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to northern and eastern Europe and central Asia, Angelica archangelica is a robust biennial or short-lived perennial that grows to 2.5 meters in height — one of the tallest plants in the carrot family. It produces large, pinnately divided leaves, hollow purple-tinged stems, and large spherical umbels of small greenish-white flowers in its second year, after which it sets seed and dies. The plant grows naturally in moist, rich soils along riverbanks, in mountain valleys, and in coastal areas of Scandinavia and northern Europe. It has been cultivated in monastery gardens since the 10th century and was a primary flavoring botanical in the production of numerous European liqueurs, including Chartreuse, Bénédictine, and gin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAngelica has been used in Scandinavian, Laplander, and northern European botanical traditions for centuries. The Sami people of Lapland used it as a food plant and botanical preparation. It was adopted enthusiastically by medieval European monastic herbalists and appears in the writings of major herbalists including Paracelsus, John Gerard, and Nicholas Culpeper. It was considered one of the most important protective botanicals of the medieval period and was used extensively during plague epidemics. It remains a key botanical in the production of numerous European spirits and liqueurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Preparations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer 1 teaspoon of root in 2 cups of water for 15–20 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTinctures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-suited for alcohol extraction; a classic ingredient in herbal bitters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally candied as a confection; used to flavor spirits and liqueurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal Blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs with Juniper Berry, Cardamom, and Ginger in aromatic formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Sourcing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Certified Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Identity Verified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ethically Sourced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Small Batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ No Additives or Fillers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in an airtight container in a cool, dark, dry place. Properly stored, dried Angelica root maintains its quality for 2–3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Note on Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold as a botanical ingredient for culinary, educational, and traditional use. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Angelica contains furanocoumarins and may cause photosensitivity — avoid prolonged sun exposure after topical contact. Not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you are nursing, taking medications (particularly blood thinners or diabetes medications), or have a health condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery purchase supports Twin Dragons Botanical Institute’s mission of botanical conservation, responsible sourcing, and the preservation of plant knowledge for future generations.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51584055312683,"sku":"SQ7243246","price":6.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/3333\/0731\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_063135ae-d579-4b2f-8d5f-adf1d220460a.png?v=1764896350","url":"https:\/\/twin-dragons.com\/products\/angelica-root","provider":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}