Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
tripteris
ID:
427599

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 32 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426931



Common Names

  • Three-Winged Valerian
  • Three-Winged Valerian Root
  • Three-Winged Valerian Herb


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Synonyms

  • Valeriana bijuga Simonk. ex Blocki [unknown]
  • Valeriana hoppii Rchb. [unknown]
  • Valeriana intermedia Vahl [unknown]
  • Valeriana dacica Porcius [unknown]
  • Valeriana tripteris tarraconensis (Pau) Devesa, J.López, F.M.Vázquez & R.Gonzalo [unknown]
  • Valeriana tripteris tarraconensis Pau [unknown]
  • Valeriana tripteris carpatica Soó [unknown]

Description

Valeriana tripteris (also called Tripteris, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States and Canada. It is characterized by its tall, erect stems and its small, white flowers. It is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Valeriana tripteris 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 tripteris 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 tripteris 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 tripteris

Valeriana tripteris can be found in the Himalayas, India.

Valeriana tripteris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valeriana tripteris?

Valeriana tripteris

What is the common name of Valeriana tripteris?

Tripteris Valerian

What is the natural habitat of Valeriana tripteris?

Grassy slopes, grasslands, and meadows

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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