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General description:
Valerian ( Valeriana officinalis ), commonly known as valerian root, is a perennial plant that grows wild in damp meadows, riverbanks, and lush forest edges across Europe and Asia. The plant is known for its strong roots and long history as part of botanical and cultural documentation.
Botanical background:
Valerian root belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family (formerly Valerianaceae). The plant can grow to over a meter tall and produces pinkish or white flowers. Its underground rhizome has been considered the most recognizable part of the plant.
Origin of the name:
The genus name Valeriana probably comes from the Latin word valere , meaning “to be strong” or “to be well.” The specific name officinalis refers to the plant’s historical presence in apothecary and herbal lists.
Historical and cultural context:
Valeriana officinalis is one of the best-known medicinal plants in Europe in historical sources. It appears in medieval herbal books and early botanical works, where it was described as part of the plant culture and traditional knowledge of the time.
Ethnobotanical interest:
The herb valerian root is an ethnobotanically interesting plant with a documented history spanning centuries, providing a rich context for the study of plant naming, classification, and cultural significance.
Disclaimer:
We sell ethnobotanical herbs and plant specimens for research and educational purposes only. We do not recommend or market these products as food, and they are not sold for food use. This product description is informative and does not contain any health, use or medical claims. Finnish legislation applies to the use of the product, and the user is responsible for the legality of the use of the product.
