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Paeonia veitchii Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal Information: The whole root is used in Chinese medicine, its name is Chi Shao Yoa[250]. The root is alterative, analgesic, anodyne, antibacterial, antiinflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, hypotensive, nervine and tonic[218, 238]. The most important ingretient medicinally in the root is paeoniflorin, which has been shown to have a strong antispasmodic effect on mammalian intestines, it also reduces blood pressure, reduces body temperature caused by fever and protects against stress ulcers[250]. It is taken internally in the treatment of menstrual disorders, injuries, high blood pressure, pre-menstrual tension and liver disorders[238]. It should only be used under the supervision of a qualified practitioner and should not be prescribed for pregnant women[238]. The roots are harvested in the autumn from cultivated plants that are 4 - 5 years old and are boiled before being dried for later use[238]. The roots of wild plants are harvested in the spring or (preferably) in the autumn and are sun-dried for later use[238]. A tea made from the dried crushed petals of various peony species has been used as a cough remedy, and as a treatment for heamorrhoids and varicose veins[250]. For further Paeonia veitchii gardening information |
