
Angelica is a plant that comes from the Apiaceae family. Its flowering period coincides with the feast of the archangel Michael according to the old calendar, hence its name of angelica. According to legends, this “angelic herb” would protect against evil spells and would even have cured some people of the plague. Originally, angelica was found in Europe and Siberia but today the plant is cultivated in France, Belgium and Germany. The roots and the seeds are hydrodistilled to produce an essence used in fine perfumery. Its smell is quite aromatic, with herbaceous but also woody notes. It is a powerful ingredient that also reveals musky and peppery nuances. It can be found in floral and woody compositions, but also in more aromatic juices and even oriental accords.