What is Peony?
Peony, scientifically known as Paeonia officinalis, is a perennial plant native to regions including Amur, China North-Central, and Manchuria. Peony (Latin: Paeonia officinalis) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
What is Peony? — PlantSage
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What is Peony
— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Peony (Paeonia officinalis). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
What is Peony used for?
Peony is most often used to support stress & anxiety and immune support. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.
Is Peony safe?
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.
Where does Peony grow?
Peony is a member native to ALB, FRA, HUN, ITA, MN, and POR. Peony, Paeonia officinalis, thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Can I grow Peony at home?
Peony grows best in USDA zone 4-10, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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