Is Three-leaved Valerian safe for pets?

Yes, Three-leaved Valerian (Valeriana Tripteris) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Three-leaved Valerian easy to care for?

Three-leaved Valerian has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and partial_shade or full_sun light.

Can Three-leaved Valerian grow indoors?

Three-leaved Valerian is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Three-leaved Valerian (Valeriana Tripteris) is a perennial herb in the Caprifoliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Valeriana tripteris is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe, belonging to the family Caprifoliaceae.

Last updated: February 2026

Three-leaved Valerian

Valeriana Tripteris

Valeriana tripteris is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe, belonging to the family Caprifoliaceae.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Partial Shade, Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

5-8

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Three-leaved Valerian

Jan

Prune

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Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Caprifoliaceae

Genus:Valeriana