Angelica

Nervous system sedative, carminative, anxiety and nervous fatigue. Related to a Chinese herb dong quai, a popular women's tonic. Regulates menstrual cycle, relieves menopausal symptoms. For dull irritated, inflamed congested skin, psoriasis, fungal infections, general skin tonic, chronic coughs, asthma, shortness of breath, smoker's cough and restores sense of smell, arthritis and rheumatism, blood thinner, circulation stimulant, cleanses toxins, aids white blood cell formation. Stimulates lymphatic system, especially good after an illness. Aids anemia, anorexia, stimulates appetite, aids uric acid, favors pepsin and hydrochloric acid production. Water retention, encourages estrogen, maybe useful for infertility. Exhaustion, migraine, insomnia, headaches, promotes feeling of balance, causes distaste for alcohol, gives incentive during difficulties and heartache. Avoid during pregnancy or with Diabetes.

Scent: Sharp, similar to green stems just broken, base note.

Source: Roots and Rhizomes