Valeriana sitchensis American valerian (Valerianaceae)

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Valeriana sitchensis
American valerian
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The Valeriana sitchensis plant species is found in Western N. America - Alaska to California. It is a member of the Valerianaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as American valerian.

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Latin Name:  Valeriana sitchensis
Common Name:  American valerian
Family:  Valerianaceae
Author:  Bong.

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:  1.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Moist open or wooded places at mid or upper elevations in the mountains, often in wet meadows[60].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in ordinary garden soil[1]. Dioecious, male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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