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.;