Products Description Product Name: Valerian extract, valeric acid Latin Name: Valeriana Officinalis L. Part of used: Root Appearance: Yellow brown fine powder CAS No.: 8057-49-6 Specification: Valeric acid: 0.3%,0.4%,0.8% Valerian is a perennial that reaches about 5 feet. Its medicinal roots consist of long, cylindrical fibers issuing from its rhizome. Its stem is erect, grooved, and hollow. Valerian leaves are fernlike. Tiny flowers-white, pink, or lavender-develop in umbrella-like clusters and bloom from late spring through summer. When dried valerian roots have an unpleasant odor, like that of ''dirty socks''. Function Clinical studies have shown that people taking valerian had shown significantly improved sleep quality without morning grogginess. Some researchers have compared valerian to benzodiazepines such as Valium. However, valerian is a much milder and safer sedative. Unlike valium, valerian is not addictive or does not promote dependency. 1. Insomnia; 2. Blood pressure; 3. Anticonvulsant-treatment of epilepsy; 4. Valerian''s sedative effect is not significantly exaggerated by alcohol and barbiturates unlike valium. Recommended dosage of valerian does not cause morning grogginess. 5. Valerian is shown to have some anti-tumor effects similar to that of nitrogen mustard. It may play a role in the treatment of cancer. 6. Valerian is shown exhibit anticonvulsant effects that may help in the treatment of epilepsy. Standardized Valerian extract, a safe and effective natural sedative, calms both mind and body. Clinical research demonstrates that Valerian effectively relieves anxiety-related insomnia and suggests that Valerian extract may be comparable to some prescription anti-anxiety drugs for relieving anxiety. Unlike many drugs, however, Valerian is not addictive or habit- forming when taken in recommended doses. Description: Valerian is a plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows to up to four feet high and has trumpet-shaped flowers. The roots are used medicinally. Although the fresh root is relatively odorless, the dried root has a strong odor that many find unpleasant. Valerian extract has been used for centuries as a perfume and as a mild, relaxing sedative.