Valerian Essential Oil
Valerian a tallish plant with clusters of pink or, less commonly, white flowers. A perennial grows to 4-5 feet. Leaves strongly divided, pinnate with lance-shaped leaflets; lower ones toothed. Tiny, pale pink to whitish, tubular flowers, grow in three-forked terminal heads in tight clusters; each flower has a small, inrolled calyx at the base; as the fruits form, calyces become feathery parachutes. Blooms June to July.
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| Botanical Name: | Valeriana fauriei Briq. |
| Family: | Valerianaceae |
| Synonyms: | Valeriana officinalis, Valeriana officinalis var. angustifolium, Valeriana officinalis var. latifolia, European valerian, comon valerian, Belgium valerian, fragrant valerian, garden valerian. |
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| Parts Used: | Rhizomes |
| Extraction Method: | Steam distilled |
| Appearance: | Yellowish-green to amber |
| Aroma Description: | Warm, woody, balsamic. |
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| Consistancy: | Medium |
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| Historical Uses: | The herb has been used for many centuries and was formerly called 'all heal' used in China for treating backaches, colds, menstrual problems, bruises and sores. |
| Modern Uses: | Valerian essential oil has been used for hypochondria, nervous headaches, irritability, mild spasmodic affections, diarrhea, epilepsy, migraine headaches, croup, hysteria, |
| Cautions: | Non-toxic, non-irritant, possible- sensitization. Use in moderation. Avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding. |
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