Paeonia suffruticosa var. papaveracea
Paeonia rockii · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (18 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Paeonia suffruticosa var. papaveracea, scientifically known as Paeonia rockii, is a striking medicinal shrub prized in traditional Chinese medicine. Renowned for its vibrant blooms, its roots contain essential compounds used to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and regulate blood circulation, offering significant therapeutic potential for various systemic health conditions.
- Family
- Paeoniaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Flower · Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Paeonia × Suffruticosa Subsp. Rockii
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Peonia arborea
- Peonía arborea
- Peonía arbórea
- Peonia arbórea
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Paeonia rockiiSynonyms
- Paeonia × suffruticosa subsp. rockii
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 is a member of the family Paeoniaceae and is identified by 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 across several specific regions. Within China, it can be found in the South-Central, North-Central, and Southeast territories. Additionally, its range extends into the Inner Mongolia region of the country. Beyond Asia, the species is also documented within the Baltic States of Eastern Europe. These various locations highlight the wide environmental adaptability of the species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Europe | Baltic States | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Inner Mongolia | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Paeonia rockii, is characterized by its distinct morphological features, most notably its large, deeply lobed leaves and striking flowers. The leaves are typically compound and provide a lush, green canopy that supports the plant's vigorous growth. During its blooming season, the plant produces magnificent flowers that are renowned for their vibrant colors and delicate petals, serving as a central aesthetic and biological feature of the species.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| flower | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Paeonia rockii has 9 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, (+)-catechin, PAEONOL, Phenols, Steroids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (+)-catechin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| PAEONOL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Steroids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Stilbenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| luteolin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Phytochemistry
- Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica
(+)-catechin
- Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.)
PAEONOL
- Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.)
Phenols
- Phytochemistry
Steroids
- Phytochemistry
Stilbenes
- Phytochemistry
Tannins
- Phytochemistry
luteolin
- Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.)
triterpenoids
- Phytochemistry
Medicinal Uses
Paeonia rockii has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Bacillus subtilis | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Escherichia coli | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Klebsiella pneumoniae | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Zhongguo Zhong yao za zhi = Zhongguo zhongyao zazhi = China journal of Chinese materia medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |