Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
moyanoi
ID:
427636

Status:
valid

Authors:
Speg.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Revista Fac. Agron. Univ. Nac. La Plata 3: 607 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426968



Common Names

  • Moyanoi Valerian
  • Valeriana moyanoi
  • Moyanoi Valerian Root


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Synonyms

  • Valeriana radicalis patagonica Hicken ex Donat [unknown]

Description

Valeriana moyanoi (also called Moyano's 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 moyanoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valeriana moyanoi has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana moyanoi is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers 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 moyanoi

Valeriana moyanoi can be found in the Andes, Colombia.

Valeriana moyanoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana moyanoi?

Valeriana moyanoi

What is the common name of Valeriana moyanoi?

Moyano's valerian

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana moyanoi?

Mountain slopes and rocky areas in the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Chile

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,