Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa

Description

Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the family Caprifoliaceae. It is native to North America and is commonly found in moist habitats such as stream banks, meadows, and forests. The plant has a deep root system and can grow up to 1.5 meters tall. The stem is erect and branched, while the leaves are compound with toothed leaflets that are lance-shaped. The flowers are small, white or pink, and arranged in dense clusters at the end of the stem. The plant blooms from June to August and produces a strong, sweet scent.

Taxonomic Information

Domain	Eukaryota
Kingdom	Plantae
Phylum	Spermatophyta
Class	Magnoliopsida
Order	Dipsacales
Family	Caprifoliaceae
Genus	Valeriana

Appearance

Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa has compound leaves with toothed leaflets that are lance-shaped. The stem is erect and branched, while the flowers are small, white or pink, and arranged in dense clusters at the end of the stem. The plant blooms from June to August and produces a strong, sweet scent. The plant can grow up to 1.5 meters tall and has a deep root system.

Care Guide

Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa thrives in moist habitats and requires well-drained soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. The plant should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Fertilization is not necessary for this plant. The plant is hardy in USDA Zones 6-9.

Common Pests & Diseases

Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa is generally not affected by pests or diseases. However, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew if grown in damp conditions.

Habitat

Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa is native to North America and is commonly found in moist habitats such as stream banks, meadows, and forests.

Question and Answer

Q: Is Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa a perennial or annual plant?

A: Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa is a perennial plant.

Q: What is the hardiness zone for Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa?

A: Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa is hardy in USDA Zones 6-9.

Q: Does Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa require fertilization?

A: Fertilization is not necessary for Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa.

Q: What pests or diseases can affect Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa?

A: Valeriana Ciliosa Subsp. Ciliosa is generally not affected by pests or diseases, but it can be susceptible to powdery mildew if grown in damp conditions.

Related Plants

• Valeriana officinalis
• Valeriana sitchensis
• Valeriana edulis

References

• “Valeriana Ciliosa.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=277407&isprofile=0&basic=Valeriana%20ciliosa. Accessed 20 Sept. 2021.
• “Valeriana Ciliosa.” Plants of the World Online, Kew Science, powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:241073-2. Accessed 20 Sept. 2021.