Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
crinii
ID:
427429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orph. ex Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 2: 119 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426761

Common Names

  • Crin's Valerian
  • Crin's Heliotrope
  • Crin's Garden Heliotrope

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Description

Valeriana crinii (also called Fringed Valerian, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It has long, thin stems and lance-shaped leaves that are green on top and white underneath. The flowers are white or pink and bloom in the summer. It grows in moist, shady areas such as meadows and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Valeriana crinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Valeriana crinii sub. epirotica (Phitos) Franzén

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valeriana crinii has white and pink flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana crinii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Valeriana crinii

Valeriana crinii can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Valeriana crinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana crinii?

Valeriana crinii

What is the family of Valeriana crinii?

Valerianaceae

What is the common name of Valeriana crinii?

Crin's Valerian

Species in the Valeriana genus

Valeriana quiroana, Valeriana cardamines, Valeriana angustifolia, Valeriana apula, Valeriana beddomei, Valeriana asarifolia, Valeriana armena, Valeriana ajanensis, Valeriana alliariifolia, Valeriana bertiscea, Valeriana alpestris, Valeriana braunii-blanquetii, Valeriana bractescens, Valeriana borsinii, Valeriana bolkarica, Valeriana boelckei, Valeriana capitata, Valeriana calcitrapae, Valeriana stolonifera, Valeriana spicata, Valeriana sorbifolia, Valeriana speluncaria, Valeriana carnosa, Valeriana hebecarpa, Valeriana hookeriana, Valeriana himalayana, Valeriana himachalensis, Valeriana grandifolia, Valeriana granataea, Valeriana gracilipes, Valeriana macrorhiza, Valeriana leucocarpa, Valeriana leschenaultii, Valeriana leptothyrsos, Valeriana lasiocarpa, Valeriana laxiflora, Valeriana leucophaea, Valeriana longiflora, Valeriana locusta, Valeriana jaeschkii, Valeriana italica, Valeriana hunzikeri, Valeriana kurtziana, Valeriana kassarica, Valeriana kamelinii, Valeriana jelenevskyi, Valeriana crinii, Valeriana corynodes, Valeriana cornucopiae, Valeriana cyclophylla,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2464219: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodoros Georgios Orphanides (1817-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orph.' in the authors string.