noun🔗ShareA hardy perennial flowering plant, Valeriana officinalis, with heads of sweetly scented pink or white flowers."The gardener planted valerian near the vegetable patch to attract beneficial insects with its fragrant pink flowers. "plantbiologymedicinenatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareMore generally, any plant of the genus Valeriana."My grandmother grows valerian in her garden, and she says the scent helps her relax. "plantmedicinenaturebiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe root of Valeriana officinalis, used in herbal medicine."My grandmother drinks valerian tea before bed to help her sleep. "medicineplantbiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareAn extract of the dried roots of the Valeriana officinalis used in herbal medicine as a sedative."Before bed, she takes valerian to help her relax and fall asleep more easily. "medicineplantsubstanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading