What is Angelica Root? Angelica plants can get as tall as 10 feet (3 meters) and have clusters of green or yellow flowers that turn into small yellow fruits. The aromatic compounds they contain also give them a strong, unique smell. People often say that the smell is musky, earthy, or herbal. A. sinensis is also called dong quai and female ginseng, among other names. It comes from China and other East Asian countries, where it is mostly used in traditional medicine to treat hormonal problems in women. Angelica Root Benefits: ◉ Digestive. ◉ Menstrual. ◉ Respiratory. ◉ Gastrointestinal. Buy it from the natural health food store - Alive Herbals.