Valerian Root Cut & Sifted

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per 1/4 Pound
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$5.80 
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Valerian is a spreading, flowering plant native to Europe and North America that is sometimes called garden heliotrope.

The fragrant flowers were once widely used in perfumery. The fresh roots, however, are distinctly unpleasant smelling to humans but wildly attractive to cats.

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a.
quick look

information at a glance

approximate cups to one pound4
originChina
plant part usedroot
processingcut & sifted

b.
buying & keeping

general guidelines and tips

storage tipsKeep in a tightly sealed container away from heat, light and moisture.
appearance & aromaWoody and fibrous with a “cheesy” odor.

c.
uses

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culinaryPrepare as tea.

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d.
flavor profile

cut & sifted
valerian root

Bitter and acrid when prepared as tea.

e.
formulas & recipes

cut & sifted
valerian root

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f.
what else you should know

cut & sifted
valerian root

Valerian is a flowering perennial native to Europe, Asia and the Americas. The root and rhizomes of the plant are dried and chopped for use in teas and tonics.


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This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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