Angelica Root, organic

Organic Angelica Root, Cut & Sifted
Angelica archangelica
Origin: Bulgaria
Supplier: Starwest Botanicals
Certified Organic • USDA Organic • Certified Kosher • Non-ETO
Best By: July 2027

Organic Angelica Root

Angelica archangelica

Angelica Root is a warming, aromatic botanical with a long history of use in European herbal traditions. It is especially valued as an aromatic bitter and carminative herb, traditionally used to support digestion, appetite, and comfortable gastrointestinal function.

Traditional European herbal references recognize Angelica Root for digestive complaints such as sluggish digestion, mild intestinal spasms, feelings of fullness, flatulence, and decreased appetite.

Its distinctive aromatic character also makes Angelica an interesting addition to bitters, digestive blends, teas, tinctures, and traditional botanical preparations.

Why We Keep It on Our Shelves

We keep Angelica Root on our shelves because it is a wonderfully warming, aromatic digestive herb.

Angelica has traditionally been used when digestion feels sluggish or uncomfortable, particularly when bloating, gas, fullness, or reduced appetite are part of the picture. Its combination of bitter and aromatic qualities makes it a useful foundational herb for digestive-support blends.

It is also one of those old-world herbs that beautifully bridges traditional herbalism and culinary botanical use.

Traditional Uses

Angelica Root has traditionally been used to support:

• Healthy digestion
• Normal appetite
• Occasional gas and bloating
• Comfortable gastrointestinal function
• Digestive bitters and herbal tonic formulas
• Warming, aromatic herbal preparations

Modern clinical research on Angelica Root itself is limited, so we present these as traditional herbal uses rather than claims that it treats digestive disease.

How to Use Angelica Root

Because this is a cut-and-sifted root, I would prepare it as a short decoction.

Angelica Root Decoction: Add approximately 1–2 teaspoons of cut Angelica Root to 8 ounces of water. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for approximately 10 minutes. Strain before drinking.

Traditional herbal references describe preparations using roughly 1.5–2 grams of dried root per cup, with a total traditional daily amount around 4.5 grams.

Angelica also works well in digestive tea blends and bitters formulations, especially alongside other aromatic herbs.

Flavor Profile

Aromatic • Earthy • Bitter • Warming • Slightly Spicy

I would definitely choose bitter and earthy in your Shopify flavor metafields if those are available.

Plant Material

Root — Cut & Sifted

Ingredient

100% Certified Organic Angelica Root
Angelica archangelica
Cut & Sifted

Origin: Bulgaria
Supplier: Starwest Botanicals
Certified Organic • USDA Organic • Certified Kosher • Non-ETO

Important Precautions

Angelica Root naturally contains furanocoumarins, compounds that can increase sensitivity to ultraviolet light. The European Medicines Agency specifically identifies phototoxicity as a safety consideration with preparations of Angelica archangelica.

Avoid excessive sun or UV exposure while using concentrated Angelica preparations.

Storage

Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture.

Avoid medicinal use during pregnancy unless directed by a qualified healthcare professional. Consult a healthcare professional before use while breastfeeding, if you take prescription medications, or if you have a medical condition.

 FDA Disclaimer

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.