Angelica (Angelica archangelica) oil

Reiter M, Brandt W. Relaxant effects on tracheal and eleal smooth muscles of the guinea pig. Arzeimittelforschung. 1985; 35(1a): 408-14.

Both root and seed oil are non-toxic and non-irritating.  However, angelica oil should not be used during pregnancy or by diabetics.

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Historically, angelica oil was used to strengthen the heart, and generally stimulate the cirulatory and immune systems.

Angelica oil is steam distilled from the roots.

Angelica archangelica is a biennial plant.  Its roots are long, spindle-shaped, thick and fleshy.  It grows to between four to six feet in height, with hollow stems that are stout and fluted.  Its foliage is bold and pleasing, with leaves forming on long, stout, hollow footstocks, that are often three feet in length.

Angelica archangelica is native to Europe and Siberia, and is a member of the Apiaceae (umbelliferae) botanical family.

5 ml bottle.

Angelica oil is steam distilled from the roots.