A fragrant root with a natural sedative plant profile

Valerian root is recognizable by its strong, musky odor, which is sometimes considered unpleasant. This aromatic signature betrays a high concentration of valepotriates and sesquiterpenic acids. These active ingredients make it a reference plant for evening infusions or calming macerates, always in compliance with regulatory conditions and precautions for use.

Description

Brown to light brown roots, cut into 5 to 20 mm segments. Fibrous, hard texture. Characteristic, strong, earthy, persistent odor. Slow drying at low temperature to preserve volatile active ingredients. Raw, unroasted product, with no additives or added flavors.

Nomenclature

• Common name: European valerian
• Latin name: Valeriana officinalis
• Family: Caprifoliaceae
• Part used: Root
• Shape: Cut (loose)
• Origin: Central and Eastern Europe
• English name: Valerian root
• German name: Baldrianwurzel
• Name in Spanish: Raíz de valeriana
• Name in Italian: Radice di valeriana
• Name in Arabic: جذر الناردين الطبي

Professional applications

• Infusion: 2 to 3 g in 200 ml of boiling water – infuse for 10 to 15 min covered (supervised use).
• Cold maceration: in mother tincture or hydroalcoholic (reserved for authorized preparers).
• Known synergies: passionflower, hawthorn, lemon balm, hops (evening formulas).

Precautions for use

• Do not exceed recommended dosages without medical supervision.
• Avoid before any activity requiring alertness or driving.
• Store in an opaque, airtight container, away from moisture.

History and tradition

Considered a soothing plant by Greco-Roman medicine since Antiquity, valerian has been a staple in European herbal medicine since the Middle Ages. Its root has remained famous in rural areas for its nocturnal or "restful" uses, provided its powerful effects are controlled. Its presence in official pharmacopoeias attests to its central place in herbal medicine, despite modern restrictions on its use.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: lined kraft bag or professional opaque HDPE pot.
• Shelf life: 18 to 24 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• Internal References Apophycaire
• ANSM – List of plants subject to restriction
• European Pharmacopoeias – monograph *Valerianae radix*

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