valerian
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Plant Whisper
Known as an herbal remedy for relieving mild nervous tension and sleep disturbances, valerian is also called "stinkroot" because its roots emit a strong odor. Male cats find this very attractive: the scent from the roots is similar to the attractant used by female cats. Due to its relation to lamb's lettuce, the young leaves can be eaten as a salad and used as a flavorful ingredient in salads, soups, or pestos.
Botanical Facts
loves moisture
frost-resistant
Europe, Asia
May - August
Sun or partial shade
Suitable for damp to wet meadows, ditches and forest edges, as well as pond edges, stream banks or damp perennial beds.
Healing Properties
Valerian root is accepted as a "well-established use" for the treatment of mild nervous tension and sleep disorders.
Features
100 - 160 cm
Root, edible and flavoring agent
⚕ (medicinal plant), 🍽 (edible), 🔧 (flavoring agent)
insect-friendly native perennial
Endangerment Level
* Least Concern
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