Status:
valid
Authors:
Kem.-Nath. ex Mordak & Punina
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 42: 127 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750016
Common Names
- Paeonia Maleevii
- Maly's Peony
- Maly Peony
Description
Paeonia maleevii (also called Maleev's peony, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has long, narrow leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Paeonia maleevii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and gastrointestinal issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paeonia maleevii is a white to pink star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paeonia maleevii is a perennial, deciduous shrub that is native to Central Asia. It can reach up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun. It should be watered regularly but not allowed to dry out completely. It should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Paeonia maleevii
Paeonia maleevii can be found in the mountains of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan.
Paeonia maleevii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paeonia maleevii?
Paeonia maleevii
What is the common name of Paeonia maleevii?
Maleev's Peony
What is the natural habitat of Paeonia maleevii?
It is native to Russia, growing in sandy soils in scrub and open grassland.
Species in the Paeonia genus
Paeonia intermedia,
Paeonia jishanensis,
Paeonia kesrouanensis,
Paeonia lactiflora,
Paeonia mairei,
Paeonia ludlowii,
Paeonia mascula,
Paeonia baokangensis,
Paeonia brownii,
Paeonia californica,
Paeonia cambessedesii,
Paeonia broteri,
Paeonia algeriensis,
Paeonia arietina,
Paeonia clusii,
Paeonia anomala,
Paeonia delavayi,
Paeonia emodi,
Paeonia daurica,
Paeonia coriacea,
Paeonia corsica,
Paeonia decomposita,
Paeonia tenuifolia,
Paeonia saundersii,
Paeonia sterniana,
Paeonia suffruticosa,
Paeonia yananensis,
Paeonia officinalis,
Paeonia ostii,
Paeonia obovata,
Paeonia rockii,
Paeonia parnassica,
Paeonia peregrina,
Paeonia qiui,
Paeonia saueri,
Paeonia cathayana,
Paeonia maleevii,
Paeonia kayae,
Paeonia sandrae,
Paeonia wendelboi,
Species in the Paeoniaceae family
Paeonia intermedia,
Paeonia jishanensis,
Paeonia kesrouanensis,
Paeonia lactiflora,
Paeonia mairei,
Paeonia ludlowii,
Paeonia mascula,
Paeonia baokangensis,
Paeonia brownii,
Paeonia californica,
Paeonia cambessedesii,
Paeonia broteri,
Paeonia algeriensis,
Paeonia arietina,
Paeonia clusii,
Paeonia anomala,
Paeonia delavayi,
Paeonia emodi,
Paeonia daurica,
Paeonia coriacea,
Paeonia corsica,
Paeonia decomposita,
Paeonia tenuifolia,
Paeonia saundersii,
Paeonia sterniana,
Paeonia suffruticosa,
Paeonia yananensis,
Paeonia officinalis,
Paeonia ostii,
Paeonia obovata,
Paeonia rockii,
Paeonia parnassica,
Paeonia peregrina,
Paeonia qiui,
Paeonia saueri,
Paeonia cathayana,
Paeonia maleevii,
Paeonia kayae,
Paeonia sandrae,
Paeonia wendelboi,