Ursina Angelica (Angelica ursina)

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Angelica ursina is a PERENNIAL growing to 3 m (9ft 10in). It is not frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves and shoots - cooked or raw.They are often dried for later use. — Leaves and shoots - cooked or raw.They are often dried for later use.

Habitat & North American Range

Damp habitats, C. and N. Japan. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)