Description
Routledge Taylor and Francis group Valerian The Genus Valeriana by Houghton
Valerian is an up-to-date treatment of all aspects of this very important genus of plants used, particularly as a sedative, in the traditional medicine of many parts of the world. It includes material written by experts dealing with a variety of aspects including the ethnobotany, chemistry, pharmacology, cultivation, analysis, and commercial aspects of Valeriana. The book will be of interest to all those concerned with the study and use of medicinal and aromatic plants and provides a comprehensive and contemporary overview of the status of this particular genus.