angelica

• Sustantivo que designa una planta herbácea alta y robusta del género Angelica, con hojas pinnadas y pequeñas flores blancas o verdosas en umbelas compuestas; también puede referirse a sus tallos confitados o a sus tallos, hojas o raíces aromáticas.

A noun referring to a tall, stout herb of the genus Angelica, known for its pinnately compound leaves and small white or greenish flowers in compound umbels. It can also refer to the candied stalks of this plant, or its aromatic stems, leaves, or roots.

1. Aromatic herbB2formalscientific

   Any of various tall, stout herbs of the genus Angelica, characterized by pinnately compound leaves and small white or greenish flowers arranged in compound umbels.

   Angélica (hierba aromática)

   • Angelica is often grown in herb gardens for its fragrant leaves and stems.
   • The tall stalks of angelica can reach up to two meters in height.
   • Wild angelica is commonly found in damp meadows and along riverbanks.

   Sinónimosarchangel

2. Candied plant stalksB1informalculinary

   The candied stalks of the angelica plant, used as a sweet decoration or ingredient in baking and confectionery.

   Angélica confitada

   • She added candied angelica to the fruitcake for a festive touch.
   • Candied angelica is often used to decorate cakes and pastries.
   • The sweet, green stems of candied angelica are a traditional ingredient in some European desserts.

3. Medicinal plant partsB2formalmedical

   The aromatic stems, leaves, or roots of the plant Angelica archangelica, used in herbal medicine and flavoring.

   Angélica (partes medicinales)

   • The roots of angelica are often dried and used in herbal teas.
   • Angelica archangelica is prized for its aromatic properties in traditional remedies.
   • The stems and leaves of angelica can be used to flavor liqueurs and dishes.