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Valerian
Valeriana officinalis
| Family | Valerianaceae |
|---|---|
| Genus | Valeriana |
| Species | officinalis |
| Part(s) used | Root |
Actions
Sedative (what these mean)
Uses
Used primarily for insomnia. Best not to use to much as in my experience it tends to make you groggy in the morning . Also not long term use as this can lead to needing larger doses.
Constituents
Quercetin
Please note: NB. contains a compound which is a MAO - A inhibitor therefore should not be used by anyone taking SSRI's or antidepressants.