Fresh Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) roots have arrived from Pacific Botanicals Farm in Grants Pass, OR. Valerian, in the Valerianacae family, is a perennial plant that reaches 4-5 feet tall with pinnate, toothed leaves growing in clumps of 7-10 pairs each with white to pink tubular cluster flowers. The roots and rhizomes are harvested after they are 3 years old or more. These beautiful milky white roots with their distinct floral or "stinky" aroma (well to some it is stinky, I find the odd smell attractive) saturate the apothecary with its presence. We took these fresh roots, chopped them up, and then made them into an herbal extract with organic sugar cane alcohol and purified water. In a few months, we will press this extract and then it's ready for use. Valerian is a slightly warming herb with a powerful sedative and antispasmodic effect. This works wonders for calming one’s insomnia, sleeplessness, exhaustion, irritability, muscular tension, and cramps. Please note that this extract can cause drowsiness, so it is best to not mix with sedatives or antidepressants. To use in tea put 2 teaspoons of dried root in a cup of water and steep for 10-15 minutes or longer. Because of its potent volatile oils, you do not make your regular decoction for roots that are simmered, but simply steep this one. For the herbal extract, take 10-60 drops 1-4 times a day. As always consult your health care practitioner before starting to take dietary supplements.
(These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drub Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.)
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After a busy day, emptying your head of all your thoughts and worries, and drifting off into a restful sleep can be tricky. In that case we can use various herbal supplements for reduce our Stress and Anxiety I learned several herbs such as kava, passion flower, Valerian root, Rosemary etc which is very effective. Thanks for sharing an insightful article about Valerian root, as we know that this is a great dietary supplement used historically in the treatment of sleep and anxiety problems.
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