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Paeonia qiui

Paeonia qiui · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (6 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Paeonia qiui, scientifically known as Paeonia qiui, is a rare medicinal shrub native to specific high-altitude regions. Renowned in traditional herbalism, its roots contain bioactive compounds valued for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This precious plant offers significant pharmacological potential for developing new treatments in modern botanical medicine.

Family
Paeoniaceae
Native range
Asia-Temperate
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Paeonia × Suffruticosa Var. Qiui · Paeonia Ridleyi

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Paeonia qiui

Synonyms

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Following its placement in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Saxifragales, it is a member of the family Paeoniaceae. Finally, it is identified under the genus Paeonia.

Rank Classification
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Streptophyta
Class Equisetopsida
Subclass Magnoliidae
Order Saxifragales
Family Paeoniaceae
Genus Paeonia

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is found within specific regions of China, reflecting a localized distribution pattern. It is primarily documented to grow in the South-Central part of the country. Additionally, the species extends its range into the Southeast territories of China. These two distinct areas represent the known geographical boundaries for this medicinal species. Consequently, its presence is concentrated within these particular South-Central and Southeast Chinese provinces.

Region Area
China China South-Central
China China Southeast

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Chemicals

Paeonia qiui has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Phenols, Steroids, Stilbenes, Tannins.

Chemicals reported in Paeonia qiui
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Flavonoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Phenols 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Steroids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Stilbenes 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
Tannins 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
triterpenoids 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Flavonoids

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Phenols

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Steroids

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Stilbenes

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Tannins

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triterpenoids

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