Dong quai (Chinese angelica)

Angelica sinensis

Cool-climate Chinese cousin of European angelica. Roots are one of the most prescribed female-reproductive herbs in traditional Chinese medicine.

Hardiness ratings

Dong quai (Chinese angelica) hardiness across the four zone systems
SystemRatingTemperature rangeHow to read it
USDA hardiness zone Zone 4–7 −34.4 °C to −12.2 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone
RHS hardiness rating H7 down to −20 °C Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance
Canadian plant hardiness zone Zone 4–7 −29 °C to −7 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone
Australian (ANBG) zone Zone 1–3 −15 °C to 0 °C Plant tolerates down to this zone

Growing notes

  • Strongly contraindicated in pregnancy despite its traditional use for menstrual concerns
  • Can interact with anticoagulants
  • Always consult a qualified medical or herbal practitioner before using any plant medicinally

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Reference

Dong quai (Chinese angelica) on Wikipedia