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Angelica triquinata (Filmy angelica )
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1 hour care
per year
per year
2m
Max height
Max height
0.9m
Max spread
Max spread
2-5 years
To maturity
To maturity
Low
Toxicity
Toxicity
Plant details
Botanical name
Angelica triquinata
Other names
Filmy angelica , Mountain angelica , Angelica saxatilis, Angelica curtisii
Genus
Angelica Angelica
Species
A. triquinata - A. triquinata is a clump-forming, deciduous perennial with pinnate leaves divided into elliptic, toothed, mid- to dark green leaflets and dark purple stems bearing spherical umbels of yellow-green flowers in late summer or early autumn.
Angelica triquinata is: Deciduous
Habit
Clump-forming, Upright
Toxicity
Contact may cause skin irritation or sensitivity to sunlight. Flowers may cause bees to appear intoxicated.
Flower
Yellow-green in Summer; Yellow-green in Autumn
Foliage
Mid-green in Spring; Mid-green in Summer; Mid-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Leaf-mining sawflies , Aphids , Slugs , Snails Leaf-mining sawflies , Aphids , Slugs , Snails
Powdery mildew Powdery mildew
General care
Pruning
To extend life of plant, deadhead before seed is set. Cut back after flowering.
Propagation
Seed viability is short so sow seeds in a cold frame as soon as ripe and transplant when young.
Propagation methods
Seed
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Where to grow
Angelica triquinata (Filmy angelica ) will reach a height of 2m and a spread of 0.9m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Wildflower, Cottage/Informal, Containers, Beds and borders, Architectural, Wildlife
Cultivation
Best in moist, fertile, loam in full or partial shade. Will tolerate sun and drier soil if mulched. Do not allow soil to dry out.
Soil type
Clay, Loamy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Moisture-retentive
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
Companion plants
This plant can hold its own against big bold plants such as hostas and acanthus.
We do not currently have companion plants added for this plant.
Botanical name
Angelica triquinata
Other names
Filmy angelica , Mountain angelica , Angelica saxatilis, Angelica curtisii
Genus
Angelica Angelica
Species
A. triquinata - A. triquinata is a clump-forming, deciduous perennial with pinnate leaves divided into elliptic, toothed, mid- to dark green leaflets and dark purple stems bearing spherical umbels of yellow-green flowers in late summer or early autumn.
Native to
Eastern Asia
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump-forming, Upright
Toxicity
Contact may cause skin irritation or sensitivity to sunlight. Flowers may cause bees to appear intoxicated.
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Colour
Flower
Yellow-green in Summer; Yellow-green in Autumn
Foliage
Mid-green in Spring; Mid-green in Summer; Mid-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Leaf-mining sawflies , Aphids , Slugs , Snails
Specific diseases
General care
Pruning
To extend life of plant, deadhead before seed is set. Cut back after flowering.
Propagation
Seed viability is short so sow seeds in a cold frame as soon as ripe and transplant when young.
Propagation methods
Seed
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Where to grow
Angelica triquinata (Filmy angelica ) will reach a height of 2m and a spread of 0.9m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Wildflower, Cottage/Informal, Containers, Beds and borders, Architectural, Wildlife
Cultivation
Best in moist, fertile, loam in full or partial shade. Will tolerate sun and drier soil if mulched. Do not allow soil to dry out.
Soil type
Clay, Loamy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Moisture-retentive
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6, Zone 5, Zone 4
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| Soil pH: | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral | Tell us... |
| Light: | Partial Shade, Full Shade, Full Sun | Tell us... |
| Aspect: | North, East, West | Tell us... |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | Tell us... |
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COMPANION PLANTS
This plant can hold its own against big bold plants such as hostas and acanthus.
We do not currently have companion plants added for this plant.
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