Question: Several weeks ago I sent you photos of a plant that you identified as Valerian officinalis with the caveat that …
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Question
Several weeks ago I sent you photos of a plant that you identified as Valerian officinalis with the caveat that it should have opposite leaves (the plant in my garden in Harrisville, NH has alternate branching). The 7' tall plant in these photos does have opposite branching and the leaves look very similar. It grows only 20' from the other "valerian". I haven't smelled the flowers or the root but will do so. Does it look like valerian to you?
Answer
DavidBlair, yes, that is Valeriana officinalis (common valerian). Best wishes.
