Paeonia rockii subsp. rockii
Paeonia rockii subsp. rockii, commonly known as the Tree Peony, is a majestic perennial celebrated for its spectacular, large blooms. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this subspecies holds significant value in traditional medicine, where its roots are utilized for their anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties to treat various systemic ailments.
- Scientific name: Paeonia rockii subsp. rockii
- Family: Paeoniaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Saxifragales. Finally, it resides in the family Paeoniaceae under the 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 exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across multiple distinct regions. In Europe, its presence can be noted within the Baltic States of Eastern Europe. The species is also widely distributed throughout various parts of China. Specifically, it is found in the South-Central regions of the country. Furthermore, its range extends into both the North-Central and Southeast areas of China.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Europe | Baltic States | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Chemicals
Paeonia rockii subsp. rockii has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include paeoniflorin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| paeoniflorin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |