Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
quindiensis
ID:
1282288

Status:
valid

Authors:
Killip

Source:
tro

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 15: 451 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281626



Common Names

  • Valeriana Quindiensis
  • Quindiensis Valerian
  • Quindío Valerian


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Description

Valeriana quindiensis (also called Quindío valerian, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It has small, scale-like leaves and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Valeriana quindiensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and asthma. It is also used as a dietary supplement to boost the immune system and improve digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valeriana quindiensis has small, pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana quindiensis is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated. Cultivation of Valeriana quindiensis requires full sun and moist soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Valeriana quindiensis

Valeriana quindiensis can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Valeriana quindiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana quindiensis?

Valeriana quindiensis

What type of plant is Valeriana quindiensis?

Valeriana quindiensis is a type of flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana quindiensis?

Valeriana quindiensis is native to temperate regions of North America

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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