Overview
Angelica pachycarpa is a plant with a upright, clump-forming habit in the genus Angelica, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Angelica pachycarpa grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include culinary, medicinal and ornamental.
About
Angelica pachycarpa, the Portuguese angelica, is a herbaceous perennial plant native to north western Spain and western Portugal, and naturalised in New Zealand. It inhabits forests, grasslands and stream sides and is occasionally grown as an ornamental garden subject for its glossy foliage and umbels of white flowers.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Angelica
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Angelica pachycarpa size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Upright, Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Culinary, Medicinal, Ornamental
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Angelica pachycarpa
- Propagation
- Seed, Self-seeding
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids, slugs, snails, leaf miners
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Angelica pachycarpa?
Angelica pachycarpa prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Angelica pachycarpa need?
Angelica pachycarpa grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Angelica pachycarpa hardy in the UK?
Angelica pachycarpa has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Angelica pachycarpa?
Seed, Self-seeding.
