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Paeonia emodi

Paeonia emodi
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Pl. 54C5 — Paeonia emodi
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Prezentare

Paeonia emodi, cunoscută sub numele de peonie din Himalaia, este o plantă perenială nativă în Afghanistan, Nepal, Pakistan, Tibet, Vâlcea de Vest din Himalaya și Xinjiang. Această specie durabilă se dezvoltă în zăpada plină până la partea de umbră, preferând sustrat moștenit care poate fi ușor (sândal), mediu sau greu (argil). Este potrivită pentru zonele USDA 7-10. Plantul atinge o înălțime de aproximativ un metru și este notabil nu doar din punct de vedere ornamental, ci și ca surse alimentară, cu părți precum frunze și tulearii fiind palabile. Adaptabilitatea sa la diverse tipuri de sustrat îl face adesea o adăugare versatilă în jardinele din climei potrivite.

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What is Paeonia emodi?

Paeonia emodi, cunoscută sub numele de peonie din Himalaia, este o plantă perenială nativă în Afghanistan, Nepal, Pakistan, Tibet, Vâlcea de Vest din Himalaya și Xinjiang.

What is Paeonia emodi used for?

Traditionally used for immune support, stress & anxiety. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.

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Beneficii și dovezi

2 claims · traditional-use context
Traditional-use context
These notes are presented as ethnobotanical context. No cited clinical references are catalogued for this plant yet.
  • Paeonia emodi has been traditionally used in Chinese medicine to support immune function, often prepared as a decoction. Its use is based on the belief that it can enhance resistance against pathogens and promote overall health.

    Contains compounds such as paeonol and paeoniflorin which may have immunomodulatory effects, though the specific mechanisms are not fully understood.

    ▲ ModerateImmune support →
  • Traditional-use note: Paeonia emodi appears in herbal sources around calming and relaxation traditions, often as a decoction. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.

    Traditional context only. This reviewed claim keeps the original moderate confidence level, but avoids treatment, disease, dosage, or guaranteed-effect language.

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Mixology suggestions

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Paeonia emodi support blend
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Cultivare

Paeonia emodi se dezvoltă în zăpada plină până la partea de umbră și preferă sustrat moștenit care poate fi ușor (sândal), mediu sau greu (argil). Această plantă perenială crește până la o înălțime de aproximativ un metru și este durabilă în zonele USDA 7-10. Pentru propagare, diviziunea rădăcinilor poate fi făcută după floriere. Părți alimentare potrivite includ frunze și tulearii.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
7-10
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
1.0 m tall
For first-time growers

How to grow Paeonia emodi for the first time

8steps

Start with Paeonia emodi as a simple, low-maintenance perennial for your garden.

  1. 1

    What you'll need

    A young plant or seeds, well-draining soil, and a container if planting in pots.

  2. 2

    Best time to plant

    Plant Paeonia emodi in early spring or late fall when the weather is cooler.

  3. 3

    Soil and container prep

    Ensure the soil is light (sandy), medium, or heavy with good drainage. Amend as needed for containers.

  4. 4

    Sowing or transplanting

    Transplant young plants carefully, ensuring roots are not damaged during handling. For seeds, sow them in early spring at a depth of about 2 cm.

  5. 5

    First two weeks

    Water the plant regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Avoid direct sunlight for the first few days.

  6. 6

    Ongoing care

    Provide full sun or partial shade, depending on your climate. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry and mulch around the base to retain moisture.

  7. 7

    Harvest or pruning

    Prune dead leaves and shoots in early spring before new growth begins.

  8. 8

    Common mistakes

    Overwatering, planting in heavy clay soils, and not providing enough sunlight are common issues beginners should avoid.

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Edible & utility

Edible parts:LeavesShoots
Edible uses: The leaves and shoots of Paeonia emodi are edible. They can be eaten raw or cooked, adding a mild flavor to salads or other dishes. Skip the preparation details for brevity.
Contextrange · companions · related
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Distribuție

6 native · 0 introduced
Distribution across1 continent· 6 native
Asia4 regions
native (4)AfghanistanChinaNepalPakistan
Broader regions
native:West Himalaya
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Paeonia emodi (Paeonia emodi) — botanical photograph
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