Angelica archangelica L.
Angelica archangelica
A biennial plant, Angelica archangelica is known for its sweetly scented edible stems and roots. It grows up to 2.5 meters in height during its second year. The leaves are divided into numerous small leaflets, and the flowers are small and numerous, grouped into large, globular umbels. The plant is known for its unique aromatic odor and grows best in damp soil, often near rivers or water deposits.
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Apiales
Apiaceae
Angelica
The essential oil of angelica root contains high levels of terpenes, including α-pinene and β-phellandrene. Cyclopentadecanolide is a key compound giving angelica root its distinctive musky aroma. The roots and seeds contain coumarins and furocoumarins, such as archangelicin, bergapten, and xanthotoxin. Other compounds include adenosine, coniferin, and various heraclenol derivatives.
Traditionally used as a vegetable and medicinal plant, Angelica archangelica is known for its culinary uses. It flavors liqueurs like Chartreuse, Bénédictine, and Vermouth, as well as omelettes, trout, and jam. The stems are often candied and used as cake decorations or candy. The roots are a common botanical in gin distillation, often paired with juniper berries and coriander. It has been used in traditional Sámi cooking and is known for its aromatic properties.
July
Up to 2.5 meters
Yellowish or greenish
Damp soil, preferably near rivers or deposits of water. Native to northern parts of countries like Russia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Greenland, the Faroe Islands, and Iceland. Cultivated in France, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Germany, and Poland.
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Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.
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