Angelica 'Holy Ghost'

An imposing and graceful plant, sometimes mistakenly confused with hogweed (Heracleum), it can grow up to 2 m tall! A summary of all its edible qualities: The leaves are eaten raw in salads or briefly cooked; the sweet taste is somewhat reminiscent of liquorice. Young stalks and shoots are also cooked or processed raw. Stalks should be peeled like celery. In summer, the outer layer of the stalks can cause skin irritation (not as severe as with Hogweed), so harvest with gloves! It is known for its use as a natural sweetener for tart fruits and jam. Extra sugared, it is an elegant delicacy as a sweet or in a birthday cake! A delicious, essential oil is extracted from the roots and seeds, which is then processed into liqueurs such as Chartreuse. Tea is also made from all parts. You can find its many medical applications online.

Names:
Latin: Angelica archangelica
Dutch: Engelwortel
Also: Holy Ghost
English: Angelica