Valeriana hardwickii

Family: Caprifoliaceae

What it is like

A herb. It grows 1.5 m tall. The stems are erect and often have hairs on the lower section. The leaves at the base have long stalks. The leaves are simple or can have 3-5 lobes.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows between 900-4,300 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Bhutan, China, Himalayas, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, SE Asia, Sikkim, Tibet

How it is used for food

The tender leaves are sometimes cooked to make a thick soup that is eaten with porridge.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Nakkali jatamansi, Nakkali sugandhawal, Na-poe

Synonyms

Valeriana helictes Graebn.; Valeriana rosthornii Graebn.; and others