Valerian

VALERIAN ROOT - Valeriana - Valeriana officinalis - Caprifoliaceae FamilyCommon names: Garden valerian, garden heilotrope, all-healHISTORY OF USEValerian is native to Europe and grows throughout the world. It has a centuries old use and retains it popularity for use as a mild and non-addictive sedative. Valerian is named from the Latin word valere, “to be well.” The ancient Greeks and Romans used valerian medicinally. CULINARY USEValerian extracts are sometimes used to flavor some liquors, beers, tobacco, and other pungent products.MEDICINAL USENervous System: Valerian is well known as a go to herb for sleeplessness, restlessness, nervous tension, although in some people it has the opposite effect. Helps promote concentration. Digestive System: Its antispasmodic action will help with stomach or intestinal cramps.Respiratory system:  Eases spasmodic coughs, colds, asthmaReproductive system: Its antispasmodic properties and relaxing effects help with menstrual cramps.Cardiovascular syste