paniculate hydrangea

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

• paniculate hydrangea
• peegee hydrangea

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Hydrangea paniculata f. velutina
• Heteromalla paniculata f. velutina
• Hydrangea paniculata var. hortensis
• Hydrangea paniculata var. grandiflora
• Hydrangea paniculata var. minor
• Heteromalla paniculata f. grandiflora
• Hydrangea kamienskii
• Hydrangea paniculata var. intermedia
• Hydrangea sachalinensis
• Heteromalla paniculata f. debilis
• Hydrangea schindleri
• Hydrangea paniculata var. depressa
• Hydrangea verticillata
• Heteromalla paniculata
• Hydrangea paniculata var. vegeta
• Hydrangea paniculata var. debilis
• Hydrangea paniculata var. praecox
• Hydrangea paniculata var. laeta
• Hydrangea paniculata f. praecox
• Hydrangea paniculata var. thermalis
• Hydrangea paniculata f. grandiflora
• Hydrangea paniculata var. velutina
• Hydrangea paniculata f. debilis

Regional and Traditional Names

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Cornales, it is further organized into the family Hydrangeaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Hydrangea, specifically as the species Hydrangea paniculata.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad geographical range extending across several distinct regions of East Asia. In the Russian Far East, it can be found inhabiting the Kuril Islands and Sakhalin. Its distribution also spans much of China, covering the South-Central territories. Furthermore, it is widely documented throughout China's North-Central regions. Finally, the species maintains a presence across the Southeast portion of China.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Hydrangea paniculata is characterized by its adaptability to diverse environments, though it shows a distinct preference for specific moisture-rich and elevated landscapes. It is frequently found colonizing the margins of mountains and the edges of swamps, where it can take advantage of the transition zones between different ecosystems. In mountainous regions, it thrives in areas with well-drained but moist soils, often occupying forest edges or slopes where it receives dappled sunlight. Conversely, its presence in swampy habitats indicates a high tolerance for periodic saturation and high humidity, allowing it to compete effectively in riparian zones and wetland fringes. This ability to occupy both high-altitude terrains and low-lying, waterlogged areas demonstrates a versatile ecological niche that enables the species to flourish in varying hydrological conditions.

Habitat :

mountains, swamps

Life history

The life history of Hydrangea paniculata is characterized by its status as a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years and undergoes seasonal cycles of growth and dormancy. During the active growing season, the plant invests energy into developing woody stems and lush foliage, eventually producing large, conical flower panicles that mark its reproductive phase. As the environmental conditions transition into colder months, the plant enters a period of dormancy, where the above-ground structures may die back or remain quiescent while the root system remains established in the soil to survive the winter. This perennial nature allows the plant to re-emerge each spring, utilizing stored energy to establish new growth, thereby repeating its developmental cycle year after year.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Hydrangea paniculata is characterized by a woody growth form, specifically categorized as a shrub. It functions as a self-supporting plant, requiring no climbing mechanisms such as lianas or vines, and maintains an independent status as it is not a parasite. This terrestrial species does not exhibit epiphytic behavior, instead establishing itself firmly in the soil. In terms of stature, the plant can reach a maximum height of 6 m, exhibiting a robust, woody structure throughout its development.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

shrub

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

6 m

Woodiness :

woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Hydrangea paniculata is characterized by a specific seasonal flowering cycle and the production of minute seeds. The flowering period typically begins in July and extends through August, though the exact timing can be variable. During this reproductive phase, the plant produces seeds with a very small mass profile; the average seed mass is approximately 5e-05 g, with individual seeds ranging from a minimum of 4e-05 g to a maximum of 6e-05 g.

Flowering time :

Jul

Flowering time :

Aug

Seed mass max:

6e-05 g

Seed mass mean:

5e-05 g

Seed mass min:

4e-05 g

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Hydrangea paniculata has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Coumarins, Umbelliferone, 7 HC, D-glucose, Esculetin.

Coumarins

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Umbelliferone

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7 HC

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D-glucose

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Esculetin

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FAT

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Galacturonic acid

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Hydrangin

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RUTIN

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galactose

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Activities

Hydrangea paniculata has 97 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, 5-HT-Inhibitor, Aldehyde-Oxidase-Inhibitor, Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor, Allelochemic.

Antioxidant

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5-HT-Inhibitor

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Aldehyde-Oxidase-Inhibitor

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Aldose-Reductase-Inhibitor

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Allelochemic

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AntiCVI

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Antiaggregant

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Antiallergic

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Antiapoplectic

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Antiatherogenic

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Medicinal Uses

Hydrangea paniculata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation.

Most Reported Uses

Preparations