• Flowers from my Meadow Valerian Root 20g in a resealable kraft pouch with the original pink round logo and one white product label, showing fibrous beige-brown dried valerian root through the transparent window, with cut root pieces and pale pink valerian flowers.
  • Close-up of dried Valerian Root (Valeriana officinalis) fibrous beige-brown cut roots and rhizome pieces in a speckled ceramic bowl on a rustic wooden surface, with delicate pinkish-white valerian flowers and green foliage.
  • Valerian Root botanical still life with a clear glass cup of amber-coloured infusion, fibrous dried valerian roots in a speckled ceramic bowl, pink-white valerian flowers and green leaves on a rustic wooden surface.
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Valerian Root

Valerian Root

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Valeriana officinalis · Cut Dried Root & Rhizome · Traditional European Botanical

Deeply earthy and instantly recognisable by its distinctive aroma, Valerian Root is a traditional botanical with a long history in European herbal practice.

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a perennial flowering plant with finely divided leaves and clusters of small pinkish-white flowers. The underground roots and rhizomes are the parts most commonly associated with historical herbal preparations.

Our dried Valerian Root is supplied as cut, fibrous botanical material, with a naturally strong, musky and earthy scent. Its fragrance can be markedly more pronounced than that of many other dried roots.

At Flowers from my Meadow, we keep it pure and uncomplicated: carefully packed dried Valerian Root, valued for its earthy aroma and longstanding place in traditional root infusions and thoughtfully blended herbal preparations.

Traditional Botanical Preparations

Valerian Root has historically appeared in hot-water infusions, extracts and blended herbal formulas. These preparations may differ widely in concentration and composition; loose dried root is not equivalent to a standardised extract.

Evidence for treating chronic insomnia or anxiety is uncertain. Consult a suitably qualified healthcare professional before using Valerian internally, especially alongside other herbs or medicines that cause drowsiness. No self-directed medicinal dosage or bedtime tincture regimen is recommended here.

Botanical Field Guide — Root, Aroma & Preparation

Compare Valerian's fibrous dried root pieces with its historical flowering-plant illustrations. Its unusually strong earthy aroma is part of the botanical's identity. Use this material as an educational display until a qualified practitioner has confirmed whether and how an ingestible preparation may be appropriate.

Precautions

Do not combine with alcohol, sleeping medicines or other sedatives. Valerian can cause drowsiness and may impair alertness; do not drive or operate machinery if affected. Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding because safety information is insufficient.

Consult a healthcare professional if taking medicines, managing a liver condition, or considering prolonged use. Stop use if sensitivity or other adverse effects occur. Do not substitute Valerian for medical assessment of persistent sleep difficulties.

Size & Packaging

20g cut dried Valerian Root in a resealable kraft pouch.

Storage

Store well sealed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why does dried Valerian Root have such a distinctive aroma?
Our cut Valeriana officinalis root and rhizome has a naturally strong, musky, earthy scent. That pronounced fragrance is characteristic of this traditional European botanical and is not by itself a sign of poor quality.
Is loose Valerian Root the same as a concentrated extract?
No. Cut dried root, blended infusions and standardised extracts may differ substantially in concentration and composition. If considering internal use, seek professional advice on whether a preparation is suitable rather than assuming a universal bedtime dose.
What should I know about Valerian safety and storage?
Do not combine Valerian with alcohol, sleeping medicines or other sedatives; it may cause drowsiness and impair alertness. Avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and check medicine interactions with a professional. Keep the 20g pouch sealed in a cool, dry place.

OUR QUALITY PROMISE

Botanicals, Kept Pure & Uncomplicated

We believe beautiful botanicals need very little interference. Our approach is simple: thoughtfully selected ingredients, careful handling and honest information about what you're bringing into your home.

  • THOUGHTFULLY SELECTED

    Botanicals chosen with attention to quality, appearance and suitability for their intended use.

  • CAREFULLY HANDLED

    Handled and packed with care to help preserve the natural character of each botanical.

  • PURE & UNCOMPLICATED

    Thoughtfully crafted botanical products, with purposeful ingredients and nothing unnecessarily complicated.

  • PACKED IN SOUTH AFRICA

    Carefully packed by Flowers from my Meadow in South Africa.

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