Botanical Name: Valeriana officinalis L
Plant Part Used: Root
Processing Method: Extraction
Valerian is a flowering herb with a huge root system, belonging to the Valerianaceae family. This perennial plant is native to Asia and Europe, but also grown in America and Australia. Valerian extracts are used in many food items and drinks to add flavour. The root of this plant possesses beneficial alkaloids that lower stress levels in the body and promote better sleep.