Angelica nitida
Angelica nitida · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Angelica nitida, scientifically known as Angelica nitida, is a perennial herb distinguished by its aromatic foliage and delicate white umbels. Native to specific mountainous regions, this plant holds significant value in traditional herbalism, where its bioactive compounds are utilized for their restorative properties and diverse therapeutic applications.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Angelica nitidaDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several key regions in China. It is primarily documented within the South-Central areas of the country. Additionally, its presence extends into the North-Central territories of China. The species can also be found growing within the province of Qinghai. Together, these regions define the primary natural habitat for Angelica nitiida.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | Qinghai |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Botanical Identification
Life history
The life history of Angelica nitida is characterized by its status as a perennial plant, a trait that allows it to persist through multiple growing seasons rather than completing its cycle in a single year. As a perennial species, it maintains a long-term presence in its habitat, often developing robust root systems that enable it to survive periods of dormancy and regrow annually. This life cycle strategy facilitates its ability to establish stable populations in specific ecological niches, where it can undergo repeated phases of vegetative growth and reproductive flowering over several years.
- Lifecycle :
- perennial
Morphology
The morphology of Angelica nitida is characterized by its relatively compact growth habit, with a plant height that typically ranges from a minimum of 0.3 m to a maximum of 0.9 m, maintaining an average height of approximately 0.6 m.
- Plant height max:
- 0.9 m
- Plant height mean:
- 0.6 m
- Plant height min:
- 0.3 m
Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)
Plant Parts
Angelica nitida has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Root | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Root
- Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials