Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
prionophylla
ID:
427653

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 18: 1384 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426985



Common Names

  • Prionophylla Valerian
  • Valeriana prionophylla
  • Prionophylla Valerian Root


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Synonyms

  • Valeriana skutchii Standl. [unknown]
  • Valeriana pumilio Standl. & L.O.Williams [unknown]

Description

Valeriana prionophylla (also called Prion-leaved 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 prionophylla is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and for medicinal purposes. It is also used in landscaping and as a source of food and forage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana prionophylla is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed in spring or autumn, or divided in spring or autumn. It is best grown in a sheltered position in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Valeriana prionophylla

Valeriana prionophylla can be found in the Himalayas, India.

Valeriana prionophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana prionophylla?

Valeriana prionophylla

What is the common name of Valeriana prionophylla?

Prion-leaved valerian

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana prionophylla?

Mountain slopes and rocky areas in the Himalayas of Nepal and India

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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