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Hairy Angelica (Angelica venenosa): Native Woodland Biennial

Overview

Hairy angelica (Angelica venenosa) is a native North American biennial found in dry woods and openings. It has hairy stems, compound leaves, and compound umbels of white flowers. Not commonly cultivated but interesting for native plant gardens.

Botanical Details

Family:	Apiaceae (ay-pee-AY-see-ee)
Genus:	Angelica (an-JEL-ee-kuh)
Species:	venenosa (ven-ee-NO-suh)
Synonym:	Archangelica officinalis
Synonym:	Angelica villosa

Notes

Species name 'venenosa' suggests toxicity; caution advised. Related to garden angelica but not used culinarily. Provides nectar for pollinators.

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