Energy and Flavors- cool, warm, bitter, dry, pungent, spicy
Parts Used- root
Parts of Body- heart, liver, nervous system
Conditions- anxiety, high blood pressure, epilepsy, gas, headaches, insomnia, irregular heartbeat, menstrual cramps, muscle cramps, nerve problems, nervousness, nervous system disorders, spasms, stress, stress symptoms, severe uterine muscle contractions, tension, ulcers
Curative Properties- analgesic, anesthetic, anodyne, antianxiety, antihypertensive, antispasmodic, calmative, cardiovascular tonic, carminative, decongestant, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant, hypnotic, hypotensive, nervine, non-narcotic sedative, pectoral,restorative, sedative, tranquilizer, uterine tonic, vasodilator
Biochemical Properties- valerenic acids, valeric acid, valerenol, sesquiterpenes, valepotriates, isovaleric acid, linarin
Cautions- many increase effectiveness of other medication, not recommended with melatonin, no known cautions check with midwife when pregnant, not recommended with those who suffer from liver disease, use discretion when driving, taper off before discontinuing
