Angelica Root Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Angelica archangelica
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distillation
Parts Used: Root and / or seed
Note Classification: Top to middle
Aroma: Sharp, biting odor of green stems, just broken, with peppery overtones
Largest Producing Countries: Europe and Siberia
Traditional Use: Laplanders believe that chewing on the root prolongs life.
Properties: Antibacterial, antifungal, antispasmodic, carminative, depurative, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, nervine, stimulant, stomachic, tonic.
Benefits: Accumulation of toxins, ammenorhea, anemia, anorexia, arthritis, bronchitis, colds, coughs, dull and congested skin, fatigue, flatulence, gout, indigestion, irritated skin conditions, migraine, nervous tension, psoriasis, rheumatism, stress related disorders, and water retention.
Blends Well With: Citrus oils, clary sage, costus, oakmoss, opopanax, patchouli, and vetiver.
Of Interest: Called the root of the Holy Ghost. Beware of using before being outdoors as it is an insect attractant.
Safety Data: Both root and seed oil are relatively non-toxic and non-irritant, however there have been a few cases of skin irritation reported, so use with caution. Not to be used during pregnancy or by diabetics.