Valeriana sisymbriifolia
Valeriana sisymbriifolia, commonly known as wild valerian, is a versatile medicinal herb native to parts of Africa. Renowned for its sedative and therapeutic properties, it is traditionally used to treat insomnia, anxiety, and digestive ailments. This plant offers a natural approach to promoting relaxation and supporting overall neurological health.
- Scientific name: Valeriana sisymbriifolia
- Family: Caprifoliaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Dipsacales and family Caprifoliaceae, it is classified under the genus Valeriana.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Dipsacales | WCVP |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Valeriana | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a wide geographical distribution across several key regions of Asia. Within Central Asia, its presence is documented in the country of Turkmenistan. Moving toward the Caucasus, it can be found throughout the Transcaucasus region. The species also extends into Western Asia, specifically inhabiting the territories of Afghanistan and Iran. Additionally, its range covers parts of Western Asia including Iraq.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Caucasus | Transcaucasus | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Valeriana sisymbriifolia has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include valerenic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| valerenic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Valeriana sisymbriifolia has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antioxidant effect.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antioxidant effect | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |