Description
Valerian
Valeriana officinalis
Valerian is used as a non addictive tranquilliser to reduce anxiety, restlessness, nervous conditions, insomnia, the symptoms of menopause and PMT.
It helps to reduce blood pressure, relieves pain and muscle spasms.
Other Uses
Valerian is used as bait for trapping wild cats, rats and mice.
Part Used
Root
Actions
Relaxant, antispasmodic, sedative, hypotensive.
Contraindications
Can occasionally cause dizziness, sleepiness and headaches (try reducing the dose)
