Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
pyrenaica
ID:
427658

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 33 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426990



Common Names

  • Pyrenaica Valerian
  • Valeriana pyrenaica
  • Pyrenaica Valerian Root


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Description

Valeriana pyrenaica (also called Pyrenean 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 pyrenaica 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 pyrenaica has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have bright green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana pyrenaica 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 pyrenaica

Valeriana pyrenaica can be found in the Pyrenees, Spain.

Valeriana pyrenaica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana pyrenaica?

Valeriana pyrenaica

What is the common name of Valeriana pyrenaica?

Pyrenean valerian

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana pyrenaica?

Mountain slopes and rocky areas in the Pyrenees of France and Spain

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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