Common Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)
Common Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a perennial herb with fragrant flowers and medicinal roots, often used as a sleep aid.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including clay and loam.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Tolerates some shade.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering in winter.
Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including clay and loam.
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
Ideal growing range 15-25 °C.
Outdoor, Indoor
Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Medicinal, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
0.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderDipsacales
- familyCaprifoliaceae
- genusValeriana
- speciesValeriana officinalis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No