Valeriana phu
Turkey Valerian
Also known as: Valeriana laeta Salisb. +3 more
- Valeriana laeta Salisb.
- Valeriana laevicaulis Stokes
- Valeriana officinalis var. uliginosa (Wender.) Wigand
- Valeriana phu var. major Ces., Pass. & Gibelli
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Caprifoliaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
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Valeriana phu (commonly known as Turkey Valerian) is a rhizomatous plant within the Caprifoliaceae family. It is found natively in Temperate Asia. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Turkey
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Germany, Great Britain