Scientific name: Valeriana officinalis
Possible uses: calmative, antispasmodic, nerve tonic, hypochondria, nervous headaches, irritability, mild spasmodic affections, depression, despondency, insomnia, CNS-depressant, sedative, fatigue, antibacterial, antidiuretic, liver-protective, migraine, stomach cramps, high blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmia, hives, anxiety, hives, inflammatory bowel disease, insomnia, PMS
Possible side effects: headaches, stupor
Active constituent: valerenic acid
Drug interactions: barbiturates, benzodiazepines
Sources
Refer back to the Sources post to see the exact books that I used!
Eastern/Central Medicinal Plants and Herbs
Taylor's Guide in Herbs
Green Pharmacy
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