Paeonia saueri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saueri
ID:
490825
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Y.Hong, Xiao Q.Wang & D.M.Zhang
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Taxon 53: 88 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490157
Common Names
- Sauer's Paeonia
- Paeonia Saueri
- Paeonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paeonia saueri (also called Sauer's Peony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Paeoniaceae family. It is native to the western United States, in the states of California, Nevada, and Oregon. It is found in dry, rocky, and often sandy soils, typically in open stands.
Uses & Benefits
Paeonia saueri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. The plant has a low water requirement and is tolerant of drought. It is also resistant to pests and diseases. The flowers of the plant are used to make a tea that is high in antioxidants.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Paeonia saueri has large, pink flowers that are about 5 cm in diameter. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paeonia saueri is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in individual containers and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Paeonia saueri
Paeonia saueri is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in the mountainous regions of Algeria, France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, and Tunisia.
Paeonia saueri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paeonia saueri?
Paeonia saueri
What is the natural habitat of Paeonia saueri?
Paeonia saueri is native to the highlands of Colombia and Venezuela.
What is the flowering season of Paeonia saueri?
Paeonia saueri typically flowers in the spring and summer months.
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-2575550: Based on the initial data import
De Yuan Hong (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Y.Hong' in the authors string.
Xiao Quan Wang (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Xiao Q.Wang' in the authors string.
Da Ming Zhang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Zhang' in the authors string.