Valerian Genome-Sequencing Project Summary

Summary: Herbs have been used for centuries in medical history containing their names and the benefits of the plants being used more than its beauty. Plants are prime targets in making new clinical trials with their bioactive components. Valerian also known as, Valeriana Officinalis, is a perennial plant native to Europe and Asia and naturalized in the United States. It has a distinctive odor that many find unpleasant [2,3]. Other names include setwall (English), Valerianae radix (Latin), Baldrianwurzel (German), and phu (Greek). The genus Valerian includes over 250 species, but V. officinalis is the species most often used in the United States and Europe and is the only species discussed in this fact sheet (Health Professions 2013). In addition, the Valerian genome-sequencing project (VBGP) will benefit medicine in human health in understanding why certain sequences in plants help people’s pains and disorders. Valerian contains many biological activities derived from a larger chemical known as sesquiterpenes. Joe Chappell professor of plant chemistry at the University of Kentucky says ““Chemicals like you find in Valeriana, especially the sesquiterpene molecules, have represented a conceptual challenge ... because they’re very

Pain: Valerian root traditionally is used for relief of muscular or menstrual cramps. The most common consumption for cramps are aspirin or similar drugs. The tincture form of this herbal blend can also be very effective in treating menstrual cramps in women who tend to be affected by such cramps. The painful sensations, which come with the cramps, can be effectively relieved, by drinking the root tincture of the valerian herb. The herb has specific and effective remedial actions on the muscles and ligaments in the pelvic region and valerian is also an effective nerving herbal tonic-all women affected by cramps must use this herbal remedy on a regular basis. Valerian has an excellent action in bringing instant relief from muscular