Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) seeds
- Old, folksy medicinal plant that's known especially for its relaxing effect as tea or herb extract. Cats are magically attracted by the scent of the roots.
- Contents: Approx. 500 seeds
- Open-pollinated variety, seed tested regularly
Regular price:
€2.59
Product number: VAL01 GTIN: 4250601204093
Description
Valerian is a perennial shrub that already shows its white- to pink-coloured blossoms in spring. The valerian root is the traditional domestic remedy for sleep problems, exhaustion and nervous sufferings in general. The typical administration form is tea.
Up to today, the effect of the valerian root isn't completely clarified. The fresh root as cold extraction is relaxing, dry material, however, is rather stimulating and mood-lifting.
Due to its intense smell, which attracts some cats very much, it's also known as yarrow.
Up to today, the effect of the valerian root isn't completely clarified. The fresh root as cold extraction is relaxing, dry material, however, is rather stimulating and mood-lifting.
Due to its intense smell, which attracts some cats very much, it's also known as yarrow.
Plant profile
| Lifecycle | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Species | Valerianaceae |
| Characteristics | Needs light to germinate, Winter-hardy |
| Eventual height | 1-3 m |
| Flower colour | Red, White |
| Flowering months | August, July, June, September |
| Main harvest | October |
| Root system | Taproot |
Growing instructions
| When to sow outdoors | August, May, September |
|---|---|
| Sowing depth | 0.5 cm |
| Germination temperature | 18-24° C |
| Germination time | 1-4 weeks, 2-6 weeks |
| Sunlight | Full sun, Shade |
| Planting distance | 40 cm |
| Row spacing | 50 cm |
Sowing and care
Perennial shrub that can reach a height of up to 2m. Outdoor sowing from May possible. Loves sunny locations. The roots are harvested in October.
Other names
Botanical name: Valeriana officinalis, V. alternifolia
German: Augenwurz, Elfenkraut, Katzenkraut, Katzenwurzel, Mondwurz, Theriackkraut, Theriakwurzel, Tollerjan, Bertram, Dreifuss, Marienwurzel, Viehkraut, Wendwurzel
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