Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
427634

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 32 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426966



Common Names

  • Mountain Valerian
  • Valeriana montana
  • Mountain Valerian Root


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Synonyms

  • Valeriana ambigua Beck [unknown]
  • Valeriana alpigena Schur [unknown]
  • Valeriana sternbergii Beck [unknown]
  • Valeriana scrophulariifolia Pourr. [unknown]
  • Valeriana cuspidata Bertol. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Valeriana montana tarraconensis Pau ex O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Valeriana rotundifolia tripartita Gamisans [unknown]

Description

Valeriana montana (also called Mountain Valerian, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It has a thick, woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate and toothed. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Valeriana montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Valeriana montana has white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds of Valeriana montana are small, black and round. Seedlings: Valeriana montana seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana montana is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Valeriana montana

Valeriana montana can be found in the Himalayas, India.

Valeriana montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana montana?

Valeriana montana

What is the common name of Valeriana montana?

Mountain Valerian

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana montana?

Valeriana montana is native to the 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,

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