Chinese peony
Paeonia obovata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Chinese peony, scientifically known as Paeonia obovata, is a perennial herb deeply revered in traditional Chinese medicine. Renowned for its therapeutic roots, it is frequently utilized to nourish the blood, harmonize menstruation, and alleviate pain. This versatile botanical serves as a cornerstone in various herbal formulations worldwide.
- Family
- Paeoniaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Chinese Peony · Woodland Peony
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Common Names
- Chinese peony
- woodland peony
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Paeonia obovataTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Saxifragales, it is classified under the family Paeoniaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Paeonia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Saxifragales | WCVP |
| Family | Paeoniaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Paeonia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is primarily found across several specific regions within the Russian Far East. Its natural range includes the Amur region, where it grows in distinct local habitats. Furthermore, it can be located in the Khabarovsk territory and the coastal area of Primorye. The species also extends its reach to the island territories of Sakhalin and the Kuril Islands. Together, these locations define the specific geographical footprint of Paeonia obovata.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Far East | Amur | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Khabarovsk | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Kuril Is. | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Primorye | WCVP |
| Russian Far East | Sakhalin | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | Manchuria | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Paeonia obovata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 6'-O-Acetylpaeoniflorin.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 6'-O-Acetylpaeoniflorin | Journal of medicinal food (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Paeonia obovata has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include gastric ulcer, gastrointestinal diseases.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| gastric ulcer | Journal of medicinal food (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gastrointestinal diseases | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Qizhiweitong particles | Journal of ethnopharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |