Celtica Valerian (Valeriana celtica)

Family: Valerianaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Valeriana celtica is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). It is in flower from May to July. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

aromatic flavour. — An aromatic flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Alpine pastures, 1800 - 2800 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)