Valerian
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Valerian
Valerianaceae
Valerian is a fragrant plant with pretty pink or white flowers. It is known for its calming scent and is loved by butterflies and bees.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Valerian has tall, upright stems reaching up to 2 meters, topped with dense clusters of tiny, fragrant white or pale pink flowers. Its leaves are deeply divided into many toothed leaflets, creating a feathery appearance distinct from simpler-leaved garden plants.
KingdomPlantaePhylumStreptophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderDipsacalesFamilyValerianaceae
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ancient Greeks used Valerian as a perfume and medicine.
Cats go wild for Valerian's smell, much like catnip!
Its name comes from the Latin "valere," meaning "to be strong."
Valerian was once hung in homes to ward off lightning!
Special abilities
Ability
Scent Beacon
Valerian has a strong, unique scent from its flowers that acts like a beacon, helping nocturnal moths find it in the dark to spread its pollen.
Ability
Soothing Roots
Valerian can produce special compounds in its roots that help calm animals and humans, making it famous for its relaxing properties.
Ability
Underground Spreader
Valerian has creeping rhizomes (underground stems) that help it spread and grow new plants nearby, even without seeds, creating strong colonies.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 100-200 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.2-0.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honeybee
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar and pollen from flowers.
pollinates
Convolvulus Hawk-moth
Agrius convolvuli
Attracted by strong night-time floral scent.
pollinates
Painted Lady butterfly
Vanessa cardui
Feeds on nectar from the abundant flowers.
eaten by
European Rabbit
Oryctolagus cuniculus
May browse on leaves and young stems.
Traits
Perennial
Perennial plants live for more than two years, typically returning to grow and bloom each year from their roots.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Also known as
No aliases listed yet.
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Enjoy looking at Valerian plants but avoid picking or eating them without adult supervision.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Valerian?
100-200 cm
How wide does Valerian spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Valerian?
0.2-0.5 cm
When does Valerian bloom?
Summer
Is Valerian edible?
Yes
Is Valerian toxic?
Mild
What is Valerian's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Valerian pollinated?
Insect
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