Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
daurica
ID:
481218

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
cmp

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Bot. Repos. 7: t. 486 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480550

Common Names

  • Daurian Peony
  • Daurian Peonies
  • Daurian Tree Peony

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Synonyms

  • Paeonia triternata Pall. [unknown]
  • Paeonia triternata Pall. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Paeonia mascula triternata (Boiss.) Gürke [unknown]
  • Paeonia corallina triternata (Boiss.) Rouy & Foucaud [unknown]
  • Paeonia corallina triternata Boiss. [unknown]
  • Paeonia officinalis triternata (Boiss.) Fiori [unknown]
  • Paeonia corallina triternatiformis A.Nyár. [unknown]
  • Paeonia taurica auct. [deprecated]

Description

Paeonia daurica (also called Daurian Peony, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a spreading habit, with dark green leaves and fragrant, single, pink flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Paeonia daurica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Paeonia daurica sub. tomentosa (Lomakin) D.Y.Hong
Paeonia daurica sub. wittmanniana (Hartwiss ex Lindl.) D.Y.Hong
Paeonia daurica sub. coriifolia (Rupr.) D.Y.Hong
Paeonia daurica sub. macrophylla (Albov) D.Y.Hong
Paeonia daurica sub. mlokosewitschii (Lomakin) D.Y.Hong
Paeonia daurica sub. velebitensis D.Y.Hong
Paeonia daurica sub. lagodechiana (Kem.-Nath.) Halda

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paeonia daurica has bright pink, single flowers with yellow stamens. Its seeds are dark brown and oval-shaped, and its seedlings are dark green with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paeonia daurica is a hardy, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rootball in the spring. It can also be propagated by seed, though this is more difficult.

Where to Find Paeonia daurica

Paeonia daurica can be found in the Caucasus region.

Paeonia daurica FAQ

What is the best soil for Paeonia daurica?

Paeonia daurica prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Paeonia daurica?

Paeonia daurica prefers temperatures between 55 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Paeonia daurica need?

Paeonia daurica needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.

References