Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
locusta
ID:
427391

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 33 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426723



Common Names

  • Locust Valerian
  • Locust Heliotrope
  • Locust Garden Heliotrope


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Synonyms

  • Valerianella rhombicarpa Aiken ex Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Valerianella striata Steven [unknown]
  • Valerianella caerulea Eaton & Wright [unknown]
  • Valerianella olitoria (L.) Pollich [unknown]
  • Valerianella pusilla Miégev. [unknown]
  • Valerianella locusta (L.) Laterr. [unknown]
  • Valerianella lusitanica Pau ex Font Quer [unknown]
  • Valeriana olitoria (L.) Willd. [unknown]
  • Locusta communis Delarbre [unknown]
  • Masema olitorium (L.) Dulac [unknown]
  • Fedia caerulea Aitkin ex Eaton & Wright [unknown]
  • Fedia ecalyculata Stokes [unknown]
  • Fedia locusta (L.) Rchb. [unknown]
  • Fedia olitaria (L.) Vahl [unknown]
  • Fedia olitcria (L.) Mirb. [unknown]
  • Fedia paniculata Colla [unknown]
  • Fedia striata Steven [unknown]
  • Valeriana locusta olitoria L. [unknown]
  • Valerianella locusta (L.) Betcke [unknown]

Description

Valeriana locusta (also called Common Valerian, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows to a height of about 1.5 meters. It is native to Europe and parts of Asia, and is typically found in grasslands and disturbed habitats. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valeriana locusta has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana locusta is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination, which can take up to two weeks. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they have established, which can take up to two months.

Where to Find Valeriana locusta

Valeriana locusta can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Valeriana locusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana locusta?

Valeriana locusta

What is the common name of Valeriana locusta?

Locust Valerian

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana locusta?

Grasslands and meadows

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,