Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
lecoqii
ID:
1410860

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jord.) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 4: 148. 2018 [9 Feb 2018] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423325



Common Names

  • Valeriana lecoqii
  • Lecoqii Valeriana
  • Lecoq's Valerian


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Description

Valeriana lecoqii (also called Lecoq's Valerian, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a thick, woody stem and is characterized by its small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is typically found in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Valeriana lecoqii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and treat urinary tract infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valeriana lecoqii has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana lecoqii can be propagated by seed or division. Cultivation is best done in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and pH levels.

Where to Find Valeriana lecoqii

Valeriana lecoqii can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Valeriana lecoqii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana lecoqii?

Valeriana lecoqii

What is the common name of Valeriana lecoqii?

Lecoq's Valerian

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana lecoqii?

Valeriana lecoqii is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands in the western Mediterranean region

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

Claude Thomas Alexis Jordan (1814-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jord.' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.