01 n. Any plant of the genus Valeriana. The root of the officinal valerian (Valeriana officinalis) has a strong smell, and is much used in medici…
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Any plant of the genus Valeriana. The root of the officinal valerian (Valeriana officinalis) has a strong smell, and is much used in medicine as an antispasmodic.(Bot.)
Phrases & compounds
Greek valerian —
a plant (Polemonium caeruleum) with blue or white flowers, and leaves resembling those of the officinal valerian.