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Brewer's angelica

Scientific Name: Angelica breweri

Family: Apiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Brewer's Angelica (Angelica breweri)

Angelica breweri, commonly known as Brewer's angelica, is a perennial herb belonging to the carrot family (Apiaceae).

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is an herb, so consumption is possible for curious creatures.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Angelica breweri A. Gray
  • Common Name: Brewer's angelica
  • Family: Apiaceae (Carrot family)
  • Synonyms: Angelica arguta Nutt. var. breweri (A. Gray) Di Tomaso

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to the high mountain ranges of eastern California and just into western Nevada.
  • Specifically found in the Sierra Nevada range.
  • Can be found along upper reaches of the Truckee River.
  • Inhabits forested mountain slopes, up to 9500 feet.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is a perennial herb.
  • The plant has stems that are hollow and hairy.
  • Its flowers are small, in umbellets and clear white.

Historical/Traditional Uses

  • Related species, Angelica pubescens root (Du Huo), has historically been used in Chinese herbal medicine to treat arthritis and headache.

Further Information

  • California Academy of Sciences
  • Discover Life
  • Dave's Garden