Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
triphylla
ID:
427588

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 3: 326 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426920



Common Names

  • Three-Leaved Valerian
  • Three-Leaved Valerian Root
  • Three-Leaved Valerian Herb


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Synonyms

  • Valeriana oblongifolia (H.Karst.) Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Valeriana mutisiana (Wedd.) Höck [unknown]
  • Phyllactis mutisiana Wedd. [unknown]
  • Porteria oblongifolia H.Karst. [unknown]

Description

Valeriana triphylla (also called Three-Leaved Valerian, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is found in moist meadows and along riverbanks. It has bright green, toothed leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Valeriana triphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It has anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties and can be used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Valeriana triphylla is white or pink and has five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana triphylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and grows best in moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Valeriana triphylla

Valeriana triphylla is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Valeriana triphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana triphylla?

Valeriana triphylla

What is the family of Valeriana triphylla?

Valerianaceae

What is the common name of Valeriana triphylla?

Valerian

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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