Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
davyana
ID:
1415051

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jeps.) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.26875. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427516



Common Names

  • Valeriana davyana
  • Davy's Valeriana
  • Davy's Valerian


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Description

Valeriana davyana (also called Davy's Valeriana, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a creeping habit and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Valeriana davyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valeriana davyana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana davyana is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and can be harvested in late summer.

Where to Find Valeriana davyana

Valeriana davyana can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Brazil and Peru.

Valeriana davyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana davyana?

Valeriana davyana

What type of plant is Valeriana davyana?

Valeriana davyana is a species of flowering plant in the family Valerianaceae.

Where is Valeriana davyana found?

Valeriana davyana is found in India.

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Willis Linn Jepson (1867-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeps.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.