What Is The Difference between Peony And Peony?

What is the difference between tree peony and herbaceous peony?

 Tree peony and Herbaceous peony are sister flowers, very similar, but there are still many differences

 1.Plant type

  Tree peony: It is a perennial deciduous shrub and belongs to woody plants. The stem is up to 2 meters tall, and the branches are short and thick. After falling leaves in winter, the aboveground parts will retain their branches and will not wither. Therefore, peonies are also known as "wooden peonies".

  Herbaceous peony: a perennial herbaceous plant. After falling leaves in winter, the aboveground parts also die, and the stems and leaves only emerge from the soil every spring. Therefore, peonies are called "boneless flowers".

  2.Leaf morphology

  Tree peony: The leaves are usually compound leaves with two loops and three leaves, with a green surface, no hair, and a light green back. Sometimes they have white powder, and the tip splits again. The leaves are wider.

  Herbaceous peony: Feathered compound leaves, small leaves ovate or lanceolate, tips no longer divided, leaves narrow and glossy, with no white powder on the lower surface.

  3.Flower characteristics

  Tree peony: The flower is solitary at the top of the branch, with long elliptical bracts, green sepals, 5 or double petals, rose, reddish purple, pink to white, usually with significant variation, and an irregular wavy top. The flowers are large, brightly colored, fragrant with jade and pearls, flowing gracefully, magnificent, and have the reputation of "the king of flowers".

  Herbaceous peony: Flowers grow at the top or axillary, clustered in clusters. The petals are layered, like dancers in gorgeous dresses, swaying gently in the breeze. There are many folds on the petals, which grow in a forked shape like chrysanthemum chicken feet. The colors include purple red, pink, white, etc. for viewing.

  4.Flowering period

  Tree peony: The flowering period is early, usually from April to May.

  Herbaceous peony: The flowering period is slightly later, usually from May to June, about a month later than tree peony. As the agricultural proverb goes, "Look at peonies in the valley rain, and appreciate peonies in the beginning of summer.

  5.Temperament and symbolism

  Tree peony: with a graceful and luxurious temperament, symbolizing auspiciousness, wealth, prosperity, and flourishing, it is a symbol of the prosperity and happiness of the Chinese nation.

  Herbaceous peony: With a soft and gentle temperament, like a charming girl in a bustling and gentle countryside.