Are Angelica and Arracacia Xanthorrhiza in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Apiaceae.

Can you substitute Angelica for Arracacia Xanthorrhiza?

They share the Apiaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Angelica vs Arracacia Xanthorrhiza

Angelica archangelica · Arracacia xanthorrhiza

Angelica

Angelica archangelica

T Traditional Use

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Angelica
Primary use: medicinal

Angelica archangelica, commonly known as angelica, garden angelica, wild celery, and Norwegian angelica, is a biennial plant from the family Apiaceae, a subspecies of which is cultivated for its sweetly scented edible stems and roots. Like several other species in Apiaceae, its a…

Arracacia Xanthorrhiza

Arracacia xanthorrhiza

T Traditional Use

Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Arracacia
Primary use: medicinal

Arracacia xanthorrhiza is a root vegetable which originates in the Andes. Its starchy taproot is a major commercial crop and a popular food item across South America.

At a glance

· Both in Apiaceae, but different genera (Angelica vs Arracacia).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Angelica: T; Arracacia Xanthorrhiza: T.