Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
minor
ID:
1410865

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Byng & Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.269444444. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423330



Common Names

  • Valeriana minor
  • Minor Valeriana
  • Lesser Valerian


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Description

Valeriana minor (also called 'lesser valerian', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It has small, white flowers and grows up to 1 meter tall. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Valeriana minor 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 minor 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 minor is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing, mat-forming plant with small, leathery, gray-green leaves. It is drought-tolerant and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Valeriana minor

Valeriana minor can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Valeriana minor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana minor?

Valeriana minor

What are the common names of Valeriana minor?

Small-flowered Valerian, Small-flowered Valeriana

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana minor?

Valeriana minor is native to Europe and Asia.

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.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.