Sitka Valerian is a tall, aromatic plant with clusters of white to pink flowers. It is known for its medicinal properties and has a long history of use by Indigenous peoples. This species thrives in moist, mountainous regions.
Habitat
It is found in moist meadows and forest edges.
Diet
Pollinated by a variety of insects, it provides nectar and pollen.
How common
Uncommon
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