(Sharp-leaf Valerian)
Valeriana acutiloba, Peak 7, Breckenridge, Summit Co. 5800
Valeriana acutiloba, Peak 7, Breckenridge, Summit Co. 5797
Valeriana acutiloba, Peak 7, Breckenridge, Summit Co. 1776
Valeriana acutiloba, Shrine Ridge Trail, Eagle Co. 7063
Stem leaves, Valeriana acutiloba, Peak 7, Breckenridge, Summit Co. 1783
| Scientific Name | Valeriana acutiloba var. acutiloba | USDA PLANTS Symbol | VAACA |
| Common Name | Sharp-leaf Valerian | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 530770 |
| Family | Valerianaceae (Valerian) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description |
Life zones and habitat: Montane and subalpine (7500 to 13000 ft.); moist areas in meadows and forest openings. Plant: Erect, smooth perennial 6 to 18 inches tall. Leaves: Basal leaves on short stalks, undivided, obovate-spatulate to oblong or ovate up to 3 inches long; opposite stem leaves in 2 to 4 pairs, usually pinnately-lobed with small side lobes. Inflorescence: Very small pinkish-white flowers about 1/4-inch across in small hemispherical clusters less than 2 inches across; each blossom with five lobes (or petals) and protruding stamens. Bloom Period: June to August. References: "Flora of Colorado" by Jennifer Ackerfield, Montana Plant Life and "A Guide to Rocky Mountain Plants" by Nelson and Williams. |
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Map Color Key | Colorado Status: Native |
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