Name: Valeriana officinalis

Alias: Valerian, Garden Valerian, Gardern Heliotrope, All-Heal

The sedative and anxiolytic properties in valerian make it perfect for certain potions, such as the Draught of Living Death and the Forgetfulness Potion, as well as simple calming draughts. The root is so powerful itself, that taking just a little bit of it powdered in a pill or tea can leave you feeling more relaxed and soothed than you will have felt in ages. This plan also doesn't interact with other medications normally, though you would want to consult a healer before taking it with your other potions. Warning though, in it's raw and dried form, this plant smells more than a troll, and tastes worse than the feeling of impending doom you feel when you fail your N.E.W.Ts.

pH Level: 4.5-5.0

Water Level: Moderate

Sunlight Level: Seven Hours

Additional Notes: Will grow up to a height of five feet. When planting a seed, place seed in soil at a depth of 1/8th of an inch. Collect plant in spring or fall.

Danger Level: Moderate