Valeriana ciliata
Tobacco root
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The Valeriana ciliata plant species is found in N. America - southwards from S. Ontario.. It is a member of the Valerianaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Tobacco root.

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Latin Name:  Valeriana ciliata
Common Name:  Tobacco root
Family:  Valerianaceae
Author:  Torr.&Gray.
 
Known Hazards:  Some caution is advised with the use of this plant. At least one member of the genus is considered to be poisonous raw[161] and V. officinalis is a powerful nervine and sedative that can become habit-forming.
 
Mature Height:  0.75   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Prairies, sloughs and hillsides[43].

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