Valerian
noun
1.
any plant of the genus Valeriana, as the common valerian V. officinalis, having small, fragrant flowers of white, lavender, or pink and a root that is used medicinally.
2.
a drug consisting of or made from the root, formerly used as a nerve sedative and antispasmodic.
noun
1.
(Publius Licinius Valerianus) died a.d. c260, Roman emperor 253–60.
noun
1.
Also called allheal. any of various Eurasian valerianaceous plants of the genus Valeriana, esp V. officinalis, having small white or pinkish flowers and a medicinal root
2.
a sedative drug made from the dried roots of V. officinalis
noun
1.
Latin name Publius Licinius Valerianus. died 260 ad, Roman emperor (253–260): renewed persecution of the Christians; defeated by the Persians
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adjective 1. pertaining to or derived from valerian. adjective 1. of, relating to, or derived from valerian
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