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Valeriana wallichii
Indian valerian
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Latin Name: Valeriana wallichii
Synonyms: V. jatamansii. Jones.
Common Name: Indian valerian
Family: Valerianaceae(Click to Search)
Author: DC.
Known Hazards: Some caution is advised with the use of this plant. At least one member of the genus is considered to be poisonous raw[161] and V. officinalis is a powerful nervine and sedative that can become habit-forming.
Habitat: Common in forests, shrubberies and on open slopes, 1500 - 3600 metres[51].
Habit: Perennial
Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
Succeeds in ordinary garden soil[1].
Dioecious, male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.
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