About Angelica arguta Nutt.
Angelica arguta Nutt., commonly known as Lyall's angelica, is a species in the angelica genus. It is native to western North America, growing in coniferous forests ranging from British Columbia to Utah. This is a perennial herb with a taproot that produces an erect, hollow stem that reaches heights of 1 to 2 meters. It bears large, roughly triangular leaves composed of many toothed, pointed leaflets, each growing up to 9 centimeters long. The top of the stout stem holds an inflorescence arranged as a compound umbel, with each webbed umbel ray reaching up to 10 centimeters long. Its flowers are generally yellowish. The roots of this plant have been used medicinally to treat colds, sore throats, and cramps. Beetles act as pollinators for its flowers.
