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Red Valerian, scientifically known as Centranthus ruber, is a perennial plant native to Turkey and has been introduced into several Mediterranean countries including Albania, Algeria, Azores, Baleares, Corse, France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Sicilia, Spain, Tunisia, Turk… Red Valerian (Latin: Centranthus ruber) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Red Valerian is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Red Valerian is a member native to ALB, ALG, AZO, BAL, COR, and FRA. Red Valerian thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Red Valerian grows best in USDA zone 5-8, full sun light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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