Valerian

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  1. hiking Pat

    hiking Pat Active Member

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    I thought this was Valerian but not sure of the leaf? Seen on a hike to Lake Agnes at Lake Louise on July 22, 2020
     

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  2. Sulev

    Sulev Contributor

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    I'd say it's Valerian.
    If you find a plant and suspect to be Valerian, just smell it to confirm.
     
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    LOL - I will remember that next time.
     
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  4. Acerholic

    Acerholic Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator VCBF Cherry Scout Maple Society

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    Agree with Sulev, definatly Valeriana.
     
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  5. Daniel Mosquin

    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Your uncertainty on the leaf may be because at first glance it appears to be emerging from fireweed foliage... but there is valerian foliage there too.
     
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