valerian
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A medicinal preparation or herbal supplement derived from the dried root of the valerian plant, traditionally used as a mild sedative to treat insomnia or anxiety.
"Struggling to quiet his mind before bed, he drank a cup of chamomile and valerian tea."
A perennial flowering plant (genus Valeriana, especially Valeriana officinalis) native to Europe and Asia, characterized by clusters of sweetly scented pink or white flowers and a strongly aromatic root.
"She planted valerian along the garden border to attract butterflies and other beneficial pollinators."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Middle English valeriane, via Old French valeriane and Medieval Latin valeriana. Likely derived from the Latin verb 'valere' (to be strong, be well) in reference to its medicinal properties, or possibly from the Latin personal name Valerius.