Status:
valid
Authors:
Özhatay
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Türk. Geofitleri 3: 547 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330256
Common Names
- Paeonia kayae
- Kayae Paeonia
- Kayae
Description
Paeonia kayae (also called Kay's Peony, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Paeoniaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome. It is native to Turkey, and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Paeonia kayae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paeonia kayae has large, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have round, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paeonia kayae is an herbaceous perennial native to Turkey. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Paeonia kayae
Paeonia kayae is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is found in dry scrub and grasslands at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.
Paeonia kayae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paeonia kayae?
Paeonia kayae
What is the natural habitat of Paeonia kayae?
Grasslands of Turkey
What are the medicinal uses of Paeonia kayae?
It is used to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and other ailments
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,