Angelica acutiloba

Also Known As

Dong Quai

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

7a-10b

Angelica acutiloba plant details

Angelica acutiloba is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Angelica acutiloba

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, medicinal, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Angelica acutiloba

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is the Japanese species of “Dong Quai,” the highly regarded herb used for female hormonal balance, blood purification, migraines & much more (The Chinese species is A. polymorpha var. sinensis). Well, look, it makes a lovely plant for the garden, too. The smallest of the Angelicas, it grows to only 2’ tall with delicate & attractive, deep green, shiny foliage. In Summer, it bears large, pretty, white umbels. “Dong Quai” likes moist, rich soil & a top dressing of compost once or twice a year will keep it in perfect shape. Preventing it from setting seed will keep it reliably perennial.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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Gardening facts about Angelica acutiloba plant

How to Grow Angelica acutiloba

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy