Kneeling Angelica
Angelica genuflexa
Last reviewed: August 2026
Light
part shade
Water
high
Size
39"–79" H × 18"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
CA, OR, WA
Pollinators
bees, flies, wasps, beetles
Before you buy
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Find rebates in your areaA tall, taprooted perennial in the carrot family with a hollow, erect stem and large compound leaves, topped by rounded clusters of small white flowers in summer. Grows along streambanks, in wet meadows, and at the base of waterfalls.
In an HOA neighborhood
Kneeling Angelica is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 2 out of 5.
Works well in: mid zone.
- Grows 3-6+ feet tall and can look leggy or weedy without staking or thinning
- Needs consistently moist to wet soil; struggles and looks stressed if it dries out
Wildlife value
The broad, flat-topped flower clusters are easy landing pads for a wide range of small pollinators, including native bees, flies, wasps, and beetles that feed on the abundant nectar and pollen.
Common questions
- How much sun does Kneeling Angelica need?
- Kneeling Angelica grows best in part shade conditions.
- When does Kneeling Angelica bloom?
- Kneeling Angelica blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Kneeling Angelica native?
- Kneeling Angelica (Angelica genuflexa) is native to CA, OR, WA, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Kneeling Angelica attract?
- Kneeling Angelica draws bees, flies, wasps, and beetles.
- Is Kneeling Angelica HOA-friendly?
- Kneeling Angelica is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate maintenance.
Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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