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Henderson's angelica
Scientific Name: Angelica hendersonii
Family: Apiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Henderson's Angelica (Angelica hendersonii)
Angelica hendersonii, commonly known as Henderson's Angelica or Coast Angelica, is a perennial herb belonging to the carrot family (Apiaceae).
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Angelica hendersonii J.M. Coult. & Rose
- Family: Apiaceae (Carrot Family)
- Synonym: Angelica tomentosa var. hendersonii
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
This species is native to the west coast of the United States, ranging from Washington to central California. It is a coastal species typically found inhabiting shoreline environments.
Morphological Characteristics
- Angelica hendersonii is described as a branching, erect perennial herb, reaching a height of 3-6 feet.
- It features white wildflowers clustered in balls to form multiple 5-6" umbels. These flowers are noted to have a sweet fragrance.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Bees and other small insects are frequently observed pollinating the flowers of Angelica hendersonii.
Further Information
- Specimens of Angelica hendersonii can be viewed in the Consortium of Pacific Northwest Herbaria database.