Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
petersenii
ID:
1247720

Status:
valid

Authors:
Weberling & Reese-Krug

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 118: 160 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247058



Common Names

  • Valeriana petersenii
  • Petersen's Valerian
  • Valeriana Petersenii


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Description

Valeriana petersenii (also called Petersen's Valeriana, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Valerianaceae family. It is native to Mexico, and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. Its leaves are ovate in shape, and its flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Valeriana petersenii is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Valeriana petersenii is yellow or orange, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana petersenii is an herbaceous perennial native to temperate regions of the world. It is a hardy plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seeds or by division of the rootstock. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Valeriana petersenii

Valeriana petersenii is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found growing in dry, sandy soils in open grasslands and scrublands.

Valeriana petersenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana petersenii?

Valeriana petersenii

What is the common name of Valeriana petersenii?

Petersen's Valeriana

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana petersenii?

Forests in China, India, and Myanmar

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50140026: Based on the initial data import
Focko Weberling (1926-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weberling' in the authors string.
Heike Reese-Krug: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reese-Krug' in the authors string.