valerianaceae

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genus of mostly herbs having a characteristic fetid odor

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Valerianaceae is a family of flowering plants that includes about 20 genera and over 200 species. It includes herbs, shrubs, and occasionally trees, which are native to temperate regions worldwide. The flowers are typically small with five petals, and the leaves are generally opposite or alternate. Some species in this family produce fruits containing a single seed. Many members of the Valerianaceae family are used as ornamental plants or are used in traditional medicine and herbal remedies.

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The Valerianaceae, the valerian family, belongs to the order Dipsacales and consists of about 350 species in seven genera. Plants are generally herbaceous, and their foliage often has a strong, disagreeable odor. They are found native in most regions of the world except for Australia. Some species are cultivated as ornamentals or used in herbal medicine for inducing relaxation and sleep.
The genera of this family, along with some species, are:
⁕Centranthus
⁕Fedia
⁕Nardostachys
⁕Patrinia
⁕Plectritis
⁕Valeriana
⁕Valerianella