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.

Kneeling Angelica

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Angelica genuflexa

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Kneeling Angelica (Angelica genuflexa) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

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

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A 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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