Valeriana phu (Valerianaceae)

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Valeriana phu
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The Valeriana phu plant species is found in The origin of this plant is obscure, it is probably Europe[50]. It is a member of the Valerianaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Valeriana phu
Family:  Valerianaceae
Author:  L.

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:  0.4   Mature Width:  0.4

Habitat:  Rocky slopes[187].

General Uses: An essential oil is obtained from the roots and the leaves, it is used in perfumery[57, 61]. The dried root attracts rats and can be used as a bait to lure them away from other areas[100]. An ingredient of 'QR' herbal compost activator[32]. This is a dried and powdered mixture of several herbs that can be added to a compost heap in order to speed up bacterial activity and thus shorten the time needed to make the compost[K]. The plant can also be used to make a very good liquid plant feed[14, 18]. It attracts earthworms[14, 18].

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