Valerian

Synonyms in a broader sense Latin name: Valeriana officinalis, True Valerian English: Valerian Cat herb Turmeric Cat Root Tanmark Witchbane Ballerjan Cattleweed Moonroot Bodrian St. Georgensaft Eye Root Explanation/Definition Valerian is one of the oldest medicinal plants in folk medicine. The plant belongs to the valerian family (Valerianaceae). The subfamily of the valerianaceae contains about … Valerian

History | Valerian

History The valerian root has been used as a remedy since ancient times. The botanical name “valeriana” contains the Latin word “valere” – how healthy to be. The German term valerian is associated with the Nordic god of light, Valerian, which stands for help and charity. As early as 800 A.D. the valerian root was … History | Valerian

Valerian Effect

Effect Calming of the body and nervous system is based on the action of valerian roots. It contains: Essential oils Iridoidsand Valeric acid and its derivatives. Nervousness and sleep disturbances have been proven to be alleviated. Nocturnal waking phases decrease when taking an alcoholic valerian extract at a daily dose of 400 to 900 mg. … Valerian Effect