The main use of Valerian in in recent times has focused on improving sleep but it is also widely used for nervousness, anxiety, cramps and headaches.
 
Valerian's old name ‘All-heal’ gives you an indication of just how much regard this herb was held in from ancient times. The name 'Valerian' itself comes from the same origin of the Latin word for ‘valere’ meaning to 'be well', or 'be strong'.
 
Similar to the root of the word 'valour', for this is a herb that was known to help a person have courage. as it was believed to markedly increase a person's strength and courage.