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Valeriana occidentalis (1 Page of 5) The Valeriana occidentalis plant species is found in Western N. America. It is a member of the Valerianaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Valeriana occidentalis Family: Valerianaceae Author: Heller. 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: 1 Mature Width: Habitat: Moist open or shaded places, from foothills to rather high elevations in the mountains[60].
Medicinal Information: The whole plant, but especially the root, is ntispasmodic, carminative, diuretic, hypnotic, nervine (powerful), sedative, stimulant[172]. Use with caution[21].
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