What is the difference between peony and peony?
For many girls, see the detailed introduction below for the difference between peony and peony and the experience of which is more expensive flower growing.
China people have a reputation for peony as the "national beauty and fragrance," while peony is known as the "prime minister among flowers." These two similar-looking flowers are often confused, but in fact there are significant differences. This article will conduct an in-depth analysis of the differences between peony and peony in terms of botanical characteristics, cultivation habits, economic value, etc., and compare the market prices of the two.
1. Comparison of botanical characteristics 1. The degree of lignification of stems Peony (Paeonia suffruticosa) is a deciduous shrub with obvious lignification stems, with a plant height of 1-2 meters, and its perennial branches form rough bark. Paeonia lactiflora is a perennial herb. Its above-ground parts wither every winter and germinate new branches again in the spring of the following year. The stems always show grassy characteristics. 2. Differences in leaf shape Peony leaves are usually broadly ovate, with 3-5 lobed at the front end. The leaves are plump and shiny, the back of the leaves is densely covered with pilose, and the leaves can reach 20-40 cm long. The leaves of peony are more slender, lanceolate, with deep leaf splits, relatively thin, yellowish green in color, without hair on the back of the leaves or only hair on the veins, and the leaf length is mostly in the range of 15-30 cm. 3. Root structure characteristics Peony has strong main roots and lateral roots, deep and widely distributed root systems, and relatively low survival rate after transplanting. The root system of peony is mainly fusi-shaped fleshy roots and developed fibrous roots, which makes peony more suitable for rate-breeding, and the survival rate of transplanting can reach more than 90%. 2. Comparison of phenological period and flowering period 1. Differences in germination time In North China, peonies usually start to sprout in mid-March and appear in the first and middle of April. The flowering period is mainly concentrated from late April to early May. Peony sprouts slightly later, from late March to early April, and its flowering period is 15-20 days later than that of peony. The peak flowering period is mostly in the middle and late May. 2. Differences in flower characteristics Peony flowers are generally large in diameter, usually between 15 and 30 cm. The petals are thick in texture and rich in flower types, including more than ten flower types such as single petal type, lotus type, and chrysanthemum type. The flowers of peony are relatively small, with a diameter of 10-20 cm, and the petals are thin. Most of them are double-petal varieties. The fragrance of peony is more intense than that of peony. 3. Flowering duration The flowering period of a single peony is about 7-10 days, and the flowering period of the entire plant can last for 2-3 weeks. The single flowering period of peony is slightly longer, up to 10-15 days, and the population flowering period is relatively longer, which is related to its herbaceous characteristics and flower bud differentiation mechanism. 3. Comparison of key points of cultivation and management 1. Differences in light demand Peony is a positive tree species that requires a full sunshine environment to grow and bloom well, and requires at least 6 hours of direct light every day. Peony peony has certain shade tolerance and can still bloom normally in semi-shade environments, but the flowering quality is better under sufficient light. 2. Soil-adaptable peony roots are deep and wide, requiring sandy loam with deep soil layers (more than 80 cm) and good drainage, and a neutral to alkaline pH value (6.5-7.5). Peony peony is relatively tolerant of soil requirements and can grow in all types of soils, but loose and fertile loam soil is the best. 3. Strength of stress resistance Peony has stronger cold resistance and can withstand low temperatures of-30℃, but avoid rainy weather during flowering. Peony peony has wide adaptability and is more resistant to heat and heat, and performs better than peony in hot and rainy areas in summer. Neither is resistant to waterlogging, and standing for more than 24 hours may cause root rot. 4. Analysis of economic value and market conditions 1. Differences in ornamental value Due to its long history and cultural heritage, peonies are better in ornamental value. Especially in important producing areas such as Luoyang and Heze, the price of a century-old peony plant can reach hundreds of thousands of yuan. Although the ornamental value of peony is slightly inferior, its flowering period has been extended after connecting with peony, and market recognition has continued to rise in recent years. 2. Comparison of medicinal value Peony root has been used as a traditional Chinese medicinal material "Radix Paeoniae Alba" for more than 2000 years."Shennong's Materia Medica" is listed as a medium product and has the effects of nourishing blood, regulating menstruation, alleviating pain and other effects. Tree peony bark (tree peony root bark) is also an important medicinal material, which has the effects of clearing heat and cooling blood, but the purchase price of medicinal materials is usually only 60-70% of that of peony root. 3. The market price difference is shown according to 2023 flower market data: - The market price of ordinary peony seedlings (2-3 years old) is 50-150 yuan/plant. Rare varieties such as "Yaohuang" and "Wei Zi" can reach 500- 2,000 yuan/plant. Peony branch seedlings are usually 20-80 yuan/plant. In the cut flower market, the wholesale price of a single peony is 15-30 yuan, while that of peony is in the range of 8-15 yuan. In the medicinal materials market, the unified price of peony is about 40-60 yuan/kg, and peony bark is about 25-35 yuan/kg. Cultural symbol and historical status Peony has been praised as the "King of Flowers" since the Tang Dynasty, symbolizing wealth and good fortune and having a high status in court gardens. Zhou Dunyi's comment that "Peony is the richest flower" in "Love Lotus Theory" in the Song Dynasty laid the cultural tone. Although peony is a herb, due to its dignified and elegant temperament, the name "flower phase" has a long history. In the Book of Songs, there is a record that "Uyghurs and women tease each other and give them peony." 6. Purchase and identification suggestions 1. Key points for seedling purchase When purchasing peony, you should confirm whether it is a grafted seedling (peony root grafting is commonly used), and observe the healing of the junction between the scion and the rootstock. For peony, it is better to use 3-5-year-old divided seedlings, and pay attention to check whether the root system is full and there is no disease. When shopping in spring, you can give priority to plants with plump buds. 2. Flowering control technology Through greenhouse flower promotion technology, peonies can be opened in advance to the Spring Festival. The price of such peonies promoted to cultivation can be 3-5 times that of ordinary potted plants. Peony peony can also be controlled by refrigeration, but the technical difficulty is relatively high. 3. Horticultural collocation Suggestions In actual planting, the combination of peony and peony can prolong the viewing period. The ecological requirements of the two are similar and there is no contradiction between them. It is recommended to allocate at a ratio of 1:2, with peony as the main landscape tree and peony as the underlying vegetation, which can not only highlight the sense of hierarchy but also form a landscape effect with continuous flowering periods. In summary, peony has an advantage in ornamental value and economic value because of its woody characteristics, grand flowers and historical heritage, while peony has formed a unique market positioning due to its simple cultivation, late flowering period and medicinal value. Consumers can make reasonable choices based on actual use, budgetary costs and cultivation conditions.
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