Valeriana sambucifolia (Valerianaceae)

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Valeriana sambucifolia
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The Valeriana sambucifolia plant species is found in Europe. It is a member of the Valerianaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as V. officinalis sambucifolia. (Mikan.f.)Celak.

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Latin Name:  Valeriana sambucifolia
Family:  Valerianaceae
Author:  Mikan.f.

Known Hazards:  It is said that prolonged medicinal use of this plant can lead to addiction. A course of treatment should not exceed 3 months.

Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Damp shady places[50].

Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[105]. Seed[172]. No further details are given but the seeds of other members of this genus are parched and then eaten. An essential oil from the leaves and root is used as a flavouring in ice cream, baked goods, condiments etc[183]. The leaves can also be used as a condiment[61]. The plant is used in moderation as a herbal tea[183].

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