Valeriana wallichii
Indian valerian
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The Valeriana wallichii plant species is found in E. Asia - Afghanistan to S.W. China. It is a member of the Valerianaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Indian valerian. Some home gardeners know the variety as V. jatamansii. Jones.

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Latin Name:  Valeriana wallichii
Common Name:  Indian valerian
Family:  Valerianaceae
Author:  DC.
 
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.
 
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Habitat:  Common in forests, shrubberies and on open slopes, 1500 - 3600 metres[51].

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