Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Thiébaut
Source:
cmp
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Égypt. 31: 37 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480460
Common Names
- Kesrouan Peony
- Kesrouan Peonies
- Kesrouan Tree Peony
Synonyms
- Paeonia turcica P.H.Davis & Cullen [unknown]
- Paeonia mascula kesrouanensis (J.Thiébaut) Halda [unknown]
- Paeonia corallina kesrouanensis J.Thiébaut [unknown]
Description
Paeonia kesrouanensis (also called Kesrouan Peony, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to the Middle East and is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are pink or white in color.
Uses & Benefits
Paeonia kesrouanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paeonia kesrouanensis is pink with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paeonia kesrouanensis is a species of peony native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light potting mix and kept in a cool, dry environment. Division of the rhizomes should be done in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained, light potting mix and kept in a cool, dry environment.
Where to Find Paeonia kesrouanensis
Paeonia kesrouanensis can be found in the wild in Lebanon.
Paeonia kesrouanensis FAQ
What type of soil does Paeonia kesrouanensis prefer?
Paeonia kesrouanensis prefers well-drained, sandy soils.
What is the optimal temperature for Paeonia kesrouanensis?
Paeonia kesrouanensis prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much sunlight does Paeonia kesrouanensis need?
Paeonia kesrouanensis needs full sun to partial shade to thrive.
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,