American Angelica

American Angelica is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing American Angelica →

Common American Angelica Problems →

American Angelica prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

American Angelica Water Frequency →

American Angelica Root Rot →

American Angelica requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

American Angelica Light Requirements →

American Angelica Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

American Angelica Toxicity to Cats →

American Angelica Toxicity to Dogs →

American Angelica Toxicity to Humans →

American Angelica does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for American Angelica →

When and How to Successfully Repot American Angelica →

American Angelica should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize American Angelica →

American Angelica grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune American Angelica →

USDA Hardiness Zone
American Angelica can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

American Angelica Temperature Tolerance →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting American Angelica →
• Drooping American Angelica Leaves →
• American Angelica Dropping Leaves →
• American Angelica Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on American Angelica →
• Brown Spots on American Angelica →
• American Angelica Leaves Falling Over →
• American Angelica Leaves Curling →
• American Angelica Yellow Leaves →
• American Angelica Root Rot →