Eastern Valerian

(Patrinia scabiosifolia)

Eastern Valerian (Patrinia scabiosifolia)

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Summary

Patrinia scabiosifolia, commonly known as Eastern Valerian, is a deciduous perennial herb native to meadows, grasslands, and forest margins in East Asia, including China, Japan, and Siberia. It typically grows to a height of 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters) and a width of 2 feet (0.6 meters), with an upright, clumping form. The plant features compound leaves and bears clusters of small, star-shaped yellow flowers from late summer to early fall, which are moderately showy and attract pollinators.

Eastern Valerian is appreciated for its airy flower clusters and its adaptability to a range of garden conditions. It is often used in borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized areas. This plant thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil. While it is not drought-tolerant, it can withstand periods of dryness once established. Eastern Valerian is relatively low-maintenance, but it can be susceptible to root rot in overly wet conditions. It is not known to be invasive and does not have aggressive roots, making it a safe choice for most garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Height: 3-6 feet
  • Width: 1-3 feet
  • Growth Rate: Rapid
  • Flower Color: Yellow
  • Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Slow, Medium

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers, Water Garden

Natural Habitat

Meadows, grasslands, and forest margins in East Asia and Siberia

Other Names

Common Names: Scabious Patrinia, Patrinia, 마타리, 黃花龍芽草

Scientific Names: , Patrinia scabiosifolia, Patrinia hispida, Valeriana japonica, Patrinia parviflora, Fedia scabiosifolia, Patrinia scabiosifolia var. hispida, Patrinia serratulifolia, Fedia serratulifolia, Patrinia diandra

GBIF Accepted Name: Patrinia scabiosifolia Fisch. ex Trevir.