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American great valerian

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Definition of American great valerian

: an herb (Polemonium reptans) of the eastern U.S. with pinnate leaves and blue flowers

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First Known Use of American great valerian

circa 1922, in the meaning defined above

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“American great valerian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/American%20great%20valerian. Accessed 5 Aug. 2020.

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