Valerian
Valeriana officinalis
Perennial herb cultivated for its root, traditionally used as a mild sedative and sleep aid in herbal preparations.
Family
Caprifoliaceae
Temperature
15-24°C (absolute 5-32°C)
Rainfall
600-800mm (absolute 500-1000mm)
Altitude
400m
Soil pH
5.5-7 (absolute 5-7.5)
Soil types
Moist, well-drained loamy soils