Description
Valeriana lapathifolia (also called Nodding Valerian, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a creeping rhizome and a few erect stems, with a height of up to 1.5 m. Its leaves are pinnate and its flowers are white. It is found in moist meadows, marshes, and wet woods.
Uses & Benefits
Valeriana lapathifolia is used in traditional medicine to treat insomnia, anxiety, and restlessness. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to treat digestive issues. It can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Valeriana lapathifolia has small, white flowers that are clustered in a head-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.