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Valeriana pilosa

Family: Caprifoliaceae


What it is like

A herb.

Also put in the family Valerianaceae. The essential oil in the root is used as a medicine.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America (country/location of origin), Venezuela


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Arroz desabrido

Synonyms

Valeriana germainii Briq.; Valeriana longifolia Kunth; Valeriana plantaginea Kunth; Valeriana plantaginea var. minor Wedd.;