Botanico

Plant profile

Valerian

Valeriana corymbulosa (Wedd.) Cabrera

Valerian is a plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, known for its clustered flowers and use in herbal medicine.

Open-data facts

Life form
Perennial: a strategy for persistence.
Climate
montane tropical
Origin / area
Geographical area of origin: Bolivia to Argentina (Jujuy, Salta).

Recommended products for Valerian

    Basic care

    Watering
    Neither extreme drought nor a swamp: aim for a steady middle.
    Light
    Bright indirect light: near a window without full sun.
    Temperature
    Outside a mild indoor range, protect the plant.
    Humidity
    Avoid both very dry air and constant vapour.

    Pet toxicity

    Ingestion may cause discomfort; block access for cats and dogs.

    Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).

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