Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
spiroflora
ID:
1282290

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.B.Larsen

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 6: 443 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281628



Common Names

  • Valeriana Spiroflora
  • Spiroflora Valerian
  • Spiral-flowered Valerian


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Description

Valeriana spiroflora (also called twining 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 spiroflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating anxiety and insomnia.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valeriana spiroflora has small, yellow 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 spiroflora 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 spiroflora 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 spiroflora

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

Valeriana spiroflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana spiroflora?

Valeriana spiroflora

What type of plant is Valeriana spiroflora?

Valeriana spiroflora is a type of flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana spiroflora?

Valeriana spiroflora 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50314614: Based on the initial data import
Bo Boysen Larsen (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.B.Larsen' in the authors string.