Paeonia decomposita - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decomposita
ID:
481225
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 13: 39 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480557
Common Names
- Decomposed Peony
- Paeonia decomposita
- Decomposing Peony
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paeonia decomposita (also called Decomposed Peony, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a spreading habit, with dark green leaves and fragrant, single, pink flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Paeonia decomposita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Paeonia decomposita sub. decompositaPaeonia decomposita sub. rotundiloba D.Y.Hong
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paeonia decomposita has bright pink, single flowers with yellow stamens. Its seeds are dark brown and oval-shaped, and its seedlings are dark green with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paeonia decomposita is a hardy, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the rootball in the spring. It can also be propagated by seed, though this is more difficult.
Where to Find Paeonia decomposita
Paeonia decomposita can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Paeonia decomposita FAQ
What is the best soil for Paeonia decomposita?
Paeonia decomposita prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5.
What is the optimal temperature for Paeonia decomposita?
Paeonia decomposita prefers temperatures between 55 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much sunlight does Paeonia decomposita need?
Paeonia decomposita needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
Species in the Paeonia genus
Paeonia intermedia, Paeonia jishanensis, Paeonia kesrouanensis, Paeonia lactiflora, Paeonia mairei, Paeonia ludlowii, Paeonia mascula, Paeonia baokangensis, Paeonia brownii, Paeonia californica, Paeonia cambessedesii, Paeonia broteri, Paeonia algeriensis, Paeonia arietina, Paeonia clusii, Paeonia anomala, Paeonia delavayi, Paeonia emodi, Paeonia daurica, Paeonia coriacea, Paeonia corsica, Paeonia decomposita, Paeonia tenuifolia, Paeonia saundersii, Paeonia sterniana, Paeonia suffruticosa, Paeonia yananensis, Paeonia officinalis, Paeonia ostii, Paeonia obovata, Paeonia rockii, Paeonia parnassica, Paeonia peregrina, Paeonia qiui, Paeonia saueri, Paeonia cathayana, Paeonia maleevii, Paeonia kayae, Paeonia sandrae, Paeonia wendelboi,
Species in the Paeoniaceae family
Paeonia intermedia, Paeonia jishanensis, Paeonia kesrouanensis, Paeonia lactiflora, Paeonia mairei, Paeonia ludlowii, Paeonia mascula, Paeonia baokangensis, Paeonia brownii, Paeonia californica, Paeonia cambessedesii, Paeonia broteri, Paeonia algeriensis, Paeonia arietina, Paeonia clusii, Paeonia anomala, Paeonia delavayi, Paeonia emodi, Paeonia daurica, Paeonia coriacea, Paeonia corsica, Paeonia decomposita, Paeonia tenuifolia, Paeonia saundersii, Paeonia sterniana, Paeonia suffruticosa, Paeonia yananensis, Paeonia officinalis, Paeonia ostii, Paeonia obovata, Paeonia rockii, Paeonia parnassica, Paeonia peregrina, Paeonia qiui, Paeonia saueri, Paeonia cathayana, Paeonia maleevii, Paeonia kayae, Paeonia sandrae, Paeonia wendelboi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2560948: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.