Nardostachys grandiflora Spikenard (Valerianaceae)

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Nardostachys grandiflora
Spikenard
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The Nardostachys grandiflora plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas from Uttar Pradesh to S.W. China. It is a member of the Valerianaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Spikenard. Some home gardeners know the variety as N. jatamansii. DC.

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Latin Name:  Nardostachys grandiflora
Common Name:  Spikenard
Family:  Valerianaceae
Author:  DC.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.25   Mature Width:  0.25

Habitat:  Rocks, ledges and open slopes, 3600 - 4800 metres[51].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in any moderately fertile moisture-retentive soil in full sun or light shade, especially from the midday sun[200, 238]. Dislikes growing in rich soils[238]. Plants are hardy to at least -15°c[238]. The hairy portion of the stem, just above the roots, has a strong aroma somewhat like patchouli[245]. The fresh root is fragrant, but the scent becomes more pronounced as the root dries[245]. This plant is the spikenard of the Ancients, it was once very popular as a perfume[1].

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