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].

General Uses: An essential oil is obtained from the root and young stems. It is harvested before the leaves unfurl[123]. It is used in perfumery[238] and as a hair tonic where it is said to make the hair grow faster and also to turn it black[46, 51, 61].

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