— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Chinese Peony (Paeonia lactiflora). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Chinese Peony (Paeonia lactiflora) is a perennial herb native to the northern and central regions of China, as well as parts of Russia such as Amur, Chita, and Khabarovsk. Chinese Peony (Latin: Paeonia lactiflora) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Chinese Peony is most often used to support stress & anxiety. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Chinese Peony is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Chinese Peony is a member native to AMU, CHN, CHC, CHS, CTA, and CHI. Chinese Peony thrives in light to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils with a pH between 7 and 7.5.
Chinese Peony grows best in USDA zone 4-10, 6/10 light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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