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Summary
Physical Characteristics
Paeonia obovata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in).
See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile.
Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
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Synonyms
Plant Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
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Medicinal Uses
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Analgesic Antibacterial Antiinflammatory Antispasmodic Diuretic Febrifuge Sedative
The root is analgesic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, diuretic, febrifuge and sedative[174]. The Chinese herb Chi Shao Yao is made from the whole root of a number of peony species, especially P. lactiflora, but also occasionally this species[250]. The most important ingredient medicinally in the root is paeoniflorin, which has been shown to have a strong antispasmodic effect on mammalian intestines, it also reduces blood pressure, reduces body temperature caused by fever and protects against stress ulcers[250]. A tea made from the dried crushed petals of various peony species has been used as a cough remedy, and as a treatment for haemorrhoids and varicose veins[250].
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Other Uses
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Cultivation details
Requires a deep rich soil, preferably neutral or slightly alkaline[1], doing quite well in sun or light shade[200]. Plants are tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, but will not survive if the soil becomes waterlogged or is too dry[250]. This species is lime tolerant[200]. Plants grown on sandy soils tend to produce more leaves and less flowers, whilst those growing on clay take longer to become established but produce better blooms[250]. Dislikes cold winds[233]. Grows well in light woodland[233]. Plants are hardy to about -20°c[187]. A very long-lived plant, living for 50 years or more in the garden[200]. This species is closely related to P. japonica[200]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits[233]. A greedy plant, inhibiting the growth of nearby plants, especially legumes[54]. Strongly resents root disturbance, taking some time to recover after being divided[1]. Peony species are usually self-fertile, though they will also hybridise with other species if these flower nearby at the same time[250]. Plants take 4 - 5 years to flower from seed[200]. They generally breed true from seed[1].
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Plant Propagation
Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame[250]. When sown fresh, the seed produces a root about 6 weeks after sowing with shoots formed in the spring[200]. Stored seed is much slower, it should be sown as soon as possible in a cold frame but may take 18 months or more to germinate[200]. The roots are very sensitive to disturbance, so many growers allow the seedlings to remain in their pots for 2 growing seasons before potting them up. This allows a better root system to develop that is more resilient to disturbance[250]. If following this practice, make sure you sow the seed thinly, and give regular liquid feeds in the growing season to ensure the plants are well fed. We usually prick out the seedlings into individual pots as soon as they are large enough to handle, and then grow them on in a cold frame for at least two growing seasons before planting them out when they are in growth in the spring[K]. Division with great care in spring or autumn. Each portion must have a leaf bud. If the lifted root is stood in shade for several hours it becomes less brittle and easier to divide[200]. Divisions that have several buds will usually flower in the second year, but those that only have one or two buds will take a number of years before they have grown sufficiently to flower[250].
Other Names
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Native Range
TEMPERATE ASIA: Russian Federation (Habarovskij kraj, Primorye, Amur, Sakhalin), China (Anhui Sheng, Gansu Sheng (southeast), Guizhou Sheng (north), Hebei Sheng, Heilongjiang Sheng, Henan Sheng (s.e. & w.), Hubei Sheng (west), Hunan Sheng (northwest), Jiangxi Sheng (north), Jilin Sheng (east), Liaoning Sheng, Nei Mongol Zizhiqu (southeast), Ningxia Huizi Zizhiqu (south), Qinghai Sheng (east), Shaanxi Sheng (south), Shanxi Sheng, Sichuan Sheng, Zhejiang Sheng (northwest)), Japan (Hokkaidô, Honshu, Kyushu, Shikoku), Korea, South, Korea, North
Weed Potential
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Conservation Status
IUCN Red List of Threatened Plants Status :
Growth: S = slow M = medium F = fast. Soil: L = light (sandy) M = medium H = heavy (clay). pH: A = acid N = neutral B = basic (alkaline). Shade: F = full shade S = semi-shade N = no shade. Moisture: D = dry M = Moist We = wet Wa = water.
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