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What is
Valeriana officinalis
?Pronunciation: /valeriana* officinalis*/
Valeriana officinalis
Definition
A plant whose roots are used as a sedative and to treat certain medical conditions. It is being studied as a way to improve sleep in cancer patients undergoing treatment. Also called garden heliotrope, garden valerian, Indian valerian, Mexican valerian, Pacific valerian, valerian, and Valerianae radix.