In folk medicine, the evasive peony has received recognition. This plant is commonly known as marin root. There is also such a name as extraordinary peony. More often, the rhizome of this exquisite bright flower is used for the manufacture of dosage forms.

Useful Features

The active substances found in the rhizome of the evasive peony determine the benefits of this type of medicinal raw material.

It contains saponins, essential oils, and flavonoids. Tannins and acids - benzoic, ascorbic, salicylic - were identified. Glycosides, carbohydrates, and methyl salicylate are present.

The structural formula includes various microelements (calcium, iron, magnesium), traces of alkaloids.
Medicinal properties:

• anticonvulsants;
• bactericidal;
• disinfectants;
• anti-inflammatory;
• antispasmodic;
• antioxidant;
• astringents;
• calming;
• painkillers;
• decongestants;
• hemostatic;
• sweatshops;
• diuretics;
• expectorants;
• tonic;
• choleretic;
• antitumor.

Peony is used to prevent neuroses. Helps normalize sleep, activates the production of gastric juice. Helps improve the functions of the liver and gastrointestinal tract.

Indications:

• neurasthenia;
• arthrosis;
• diarrhea;
• hypertension;
• insomnia;
• ulcer;
• radiculitis;
• malignant formations;
• gout;
• mastopathy;
• vegetative-vascular dystonia;
• migraine;
• hepatitis;
• arthritis;
• inflammation of the ovaries;
• epilepsy;
• varicose veins;
• thrombophlebitis;
• haemorrhoids;
• cough.

Peony root products thin the blood, which helps prevent the formation of blood clots, normalize blood pressure, and improve the condition of cardiovascular diseases.

Strengthen the immune system, effectively relieve toothache, muscle pain, and headaches. They help restore damaged tissues, stop bleeding, remove toxic compounds, and cleanse the intestines of toxins.

They improve the functioning of the nervous and endocrine systems, regulate water-salt balance, and have a beneficial effect on the condition of hair and skin. They strengthen vascular walls, relieve swelling, heal wounds and inflammatory lesions, and fight seizures.

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The roots of the plant are poisonous when fresh, so they are used in dried form for medicinal purposes.
When independently harvesting wild marina root, you need to take into account that in some areas this plant is considered rare and is listed in the Red Book.

If there is permission, then the rhizome of a plant older than five years is dug in October, although, if necessary, harvesting is practiced throughout the growing season. The raw materials are washed, dried and cut into plates, which should be made about 30 mm thick.

Lay out in a thin layer in a room where there should be a dry atmosphere and ventilation provided. After the raw material becomes brittle, it is advisable to dry it in an oven or dryer at a minimum temperature not exceeding 50 degrees.

Storage, expiration date

A well-dried rhizome shows a yellowish tint when broken. The raw material has a pungent, slightly astringent and sweetish taste and a specific spicy pungent aroma.

Keep it in cardboard or wooden boxes in the dark, avoiding moisture and regularly airing it for three years.

Cooking recipes

Based on peony rhizomes, various medicinal compositions are prepared at home, which require careful attention and medical permission.

marina root, marina grass, marina berries, marya korevna, zhgun-root, heart berries, shegnya

Perennial herbaceous plant with a limited habitat. In folk and traditional medicine it is famous for its sedative, sedative, antitumor, anti-inflammatory, appetizing, expectorant, and analgesic effects. The root and rhizome of the herb are most often used.

Latin name: Paeonia anomala

Name in English: Peony

The medicinal properties and contraindications of marina root have been well studied in scientific and folk medicine. The plant is also used in cooking, cosmetology, and veterinary medicine. The medicinal plant has a rich history. Translated from Greek, the name “peony” means “healing”, “healing”. In ancient times, the healing properties of this herb were well known. Even then, it was used to treat wounds, gout, attacks of hypoxia, epilepsy, and nervous disorders. For example, in China the root is used as an antitumor agent, in Mongolia it is used to treat women’s diseases and liver, in Tibet it is used for bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and kidney inflammation.

Features of the evasive peony

What are the medicinal properties and contraindications of peony evasive? For what diseases is it most often prescribed? What is important to know when preparing and using it?

Area

The evasive peony plant is an endemic species and has a limited distribution area. Most often the grass is found in Western and Eastern Siberia. It can be seen less often in China, Mongolia, and Northern Kazakhstan. In Russia, marin root is also found in the Urals (Perm region and Komi Republic). The grass loves moist, rich soil. Rare, endangered species. It is protected in Kazakhstan and the Komi Republic.

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Botanical illustration from I. G. Gmelin’s book “Flora Sibirica”.

For medicinal purposes, the entire aerial part (peony flowers, stems, leaves), as well as the rhizome with roots, is collected. It is noteworthy that the peony root, like the above-ground part, is harvested during the flowering period. What is important to consider?

• Careful collection. Since the evasive peony is an endangered species, the plant requires careful harvesting. You cannot uproot a flower. When harvested correctly, you only need to cut off part of the rhizome along with the stem directly in the ground.
• Drying and shelf life. The aerial part and rhizome are dried separately. They do this in natural conditions, spreading it in a thin layer and constantly turning it over. Both the roots and the grass retain their healing properties for 3 years.

Peony marin root is often confused with medicinal peony. This species is native to Southern Europe and is not found at all in Siberia and the Urals. Peony officinalis has similar medicinal properties. Previously, it was widely used in the treatment of epilepsy, seizures, gout, and intestinal diseases. Today, interest in this species has faded, its healing effect has been forgotten, and the beautiful flower is often grown for decorative purposes.

Healing properties

Medicinal properties of marina root:

• soothing;
• expectorant;
• pain reliever;
• appetizing;
• anti-inflammatory;
• detoxification;
• bactericidal;
• tonic;
• restorative.

Chemical composition:

• carbohydrates;
• essential oil;
• saponins;
• flavonoids;
• organic acids;
• resins;
• tannins;
• aromatics;
• glycosides;
• many microelements.

The herb contains salicylic acid, which is widely used in dermatology and cosmetology.

Indications for use

What are the indications for using the herb?

• Nervous system. Tinctures and decoctions are often prescribed for nervous system excitability, insomnia, nervousness, hysteria, anxiety, obsessive fears, increased fatigue, and convulsions. The remedy is also effective for such serious diagnoses as epilepsy and cerebral palsy. The herb does not cure these diseases, but it alleviates their symptoms.
• Digestive system. Peony evader (marya root) acts as an appetizing remedy, improves the digestion process, stops infectious diarrhea, relieves stomach cramps, and symptoms of intoxication in case of poisoning. It is prescribed for gastritis with low acidity, benign tumors of the stomach and intestines, and polyps. There are also reviews that the plant helps with oncological diseases of the gastrointestinal tract; it is prescribed for the prevention and restoration of the body after a serious illness.
• Respiratory organs. For a long time, marin root has been drunk for coughs. The herb promotes the removal of phlegm, softens dry cough, and makes it productive. The plant is often included in herbal teas with licorice root, linden blossom, elderberry and other herbs. The herb also relieves attacks of asthmatic cough, but it is drunk together with coltsfoot, violet, thyme, sundew and other herbs.
• Removing excess salt from the body. Excess salt can lead to constant swelling, salt deposition in joints, excess weight, and restless sleep. Also, increased salt levels can cause cancer, stroke, kidney stones, calcium loss and the development of osteoporosis. The herb helps remove excess salts. It is often prescribed in herbal preparations, which contain: calendula, horsetail, birch leaves, buckthorn bark, elderberry, juniper berries.
• Treatment of alcoholism. It is important to understand that treatment of alcoholism should be carried out by a narcologist. General therapy can include herbal remedies that will help relieve a person from drunkenness. The psychological attitude of the patient himself is also important. It has long been known among people that peony relieves cravings for alcoholic beverages and provokes a persistent aversion to them. You can brew it yourself. But marin root is also included in herbal preparations for alcoholism, which are taken over a long course. We must not forget that many of these herbs are toxic species, and instead of alcohol poisoning, a person can get poisoned by poisonous plants.
• External use. Tincture and infusion are used to treat the skin for eczema, ulcers, wounds, and pustules. The herb copes with infectious dermatological diseases, acts as an antiseptic and antimicrobial agent, and promotes rapid tissue restoration.

It is important to know: the evasive peony is a toxic plant. Its use without consulting a doctor is contraindicated. People with low blood pressure, liver and kidney failure, and individual intolerance should take it with caution. To avoid side effects and allergic reactions, you cannot increase the dosage of the herb and the course of treatment. It is forbidden to take orally by children under 12 years of age, pregnant and lactating women.

Using marina root at home

What are the uses of marina root? You can prepare your own infusion, decoction, or alcohol tincture. But preparations with peony extract are also popular in the pharmacy chain.

Pharmacy drugs

• Dry vegetable raw materials. Most often, the root and rhizome of the herb are packaged, in whole pieces or in powder form. It can be seen less often in regular pharmacy chains, more often in herbal pharmacies and online stores of medicinal herbs. Dry raw materials are used to prepare infusions and tinctures at home.
• Dry extract in tablets. There are different commercial names for this medicine. Belongs to the pharmacological group of sedative, neurotropic drugs of plant origin. Tablets are prescribed for increased fatigue, constant stress, nervous excitability, and insomnia. Peony weakens the effect of all tonic drugs, but enhances the effect of other sedative, antispasmodic, and hypnotic drugs. Their interaction should not be allowed to prevent an overdose. It manifests itself in the form of severe drowsiness, lethargy, and depression of the central nervous system.
• Tincture. The composition includes the active substances of the herb, root and rhizome of the evasive peony, as well as 40% ethanol. The instructions indicate the main pharmacological effect of the drug - sedative, antispasmodic, anticonvulsant. The tincture is prescribed for disorders of the central nervous system, convulsions, neurotic disorders, neuroses, autonomic dysfunction (vegetative-vascular dystonia). This medicine also increases stomach acidity. In addition, the tincture has found wide use in gynecology. The therapeutic effect occurs within an hour. Duration of action - 3 hours. Shake the tincture before taking. The permissible single dose for adults is 1 teaspoon (no more than 3 times a day). Children over 12 years of age can be given based on the calculation: 1 drop for each year of life.

Read more about the tincture of evasive peony in our other article.

Infusion

How to prepare a water infusion? It is important to remember the toxicity of the plant and not increase the dosage. Its use is recommended for all of the above mentioned symptoms and diagnoses.

Preparing the infusion

1. Take 1 tsp. raw materials.
2. Pour a glass of boiling water.
3. Leave in a warm place for 1 hour.
4. Strain.

How to accept peony evasive?

• The course lasts a month.
• According to indications, the course can be repeated after 10–15 days.
• The dosage depends on the dosage form.
• Alcohol tincture can be taken 30–40 drops 2 or 3 times a day.
• Water decoctions and infusions are drunk 1 tbsp. l. 3 times a day.
• It is recommended to take the medicine in any form 20 minutes before meals.

Alcohol tincture

Interestingly, the tincture acts as a sedative in the first few hours after administration. But then it acts on the body as a tonic. It was found that this does not affect the rate of breathing, heartbeat, or cause pressure surges.

Alcohol tincture recipe

1. Take 1 tbsp. l. raw materials.
2. Pour in ½ liter of vodka (40% alcohol).
3. Leave in a warm place for 7 days.
4. Strain.

In addition, the tincture can be drunk for diseases of the digestive system, the male and female reproductive system (regulates hormone levels), and the removal of excess salt from the body. Externally, in pure and diluted form, it is used to treat skin. You should not take alcohol tincture when treating alcoholism.

Benefits for women

The herb is often prescribed for female diseases and has long been used in obstetrics and gynecology. For what gynecological symptoms and diagnoses is it useful to take this medicine?

• From infertility. Treatment will be successful if it is determined that the cause of infertility is a hormonal imbalance. To conceive, it is recommended to take the alcohol tincture for a month, after which they take a break for 10 days and repeat the course again. Treatment is carried out over 2–3 menstrual cycles. Possible side effects in the form of pain in the lower abdomen. It is necessary to consult a gynecologist before starting treatment! It is also important not to drink alcohol during this period and stop smoking. The herb also helps with psychogenic infertility - when thoughts about a desired pregnancy become obsessive, failure to conceive leads to hormonal imbalance. Maryin root relaxes the nervous system, relieves fear and anxiety associated with infertility.
• Menstrual irregularities. The herb helps reduce excess testosterone in a woman’s body and normalize the menstrual cycle. Softens the manifestations of PMS, acts as a sedative, relieves irritability.
• Premenopausal period. The herb is useful for women during menopause. Peony affects the endocrine system and balances hormonal levels. In addition, it is useful to drink the tincture to normalize your mental state. Peony is known to help relieve attacks of anxiety, irritability and anger, which are often triggered by a surge in hormones during this period.
• Diseases of the reproductive system. The herb helps with congestive, inflammatory processes in the appendages and ovaries, with myoma, fibromyoma, polycystic disease, and malignant tumors.
• Mastopathy. Compresses made from infusions of marina root help with mastopathy. The herb dissolves lumps in the chest well, relieves pain and inflammation. It is recommended to prepare herbal infusions, which include: marin root, tea kopeck and licorice root. An alcohol tincture or balm is also prepared from them and taken orally.

Benefits for men

How can herb be beneficial for men?

• From impotence. The herb stimulates blood circulation in the pelvis and affects hormonal levels. Male strength is restored after a long and repeated course of treatment. It is recommended to use alcohol tincture to achieve a therapeutic effect.
• To reduce high testosterone. In addition, the medicine reduces elevated testosterone in men, which can be accompanied by outbursts of aggression and excessive sexual activity. Peony has a beneficial effect on the nervous system of men. It is especially useful to drink the tincture for men whose professional activities are associated with high emotional and psychological stress.

Cosmetology

The healing properties of peony evader have been known in cosmetology for a long time.

• For hair. The herb helps strengthen and enhance hair growth, eliminates oily shine and dandruff. It is recommended to rub concentrated infusions (not alcohol!) into the scalp, and also rinse your hair with them after washing.
• For the face. Infusions are good for acne and pimples because they contain salicylic acid. It also dries out oily skin and acts as a bactericidal and wound-healing agent for dermatological problems.

The evasive peony is a beautiful flower and a valuable medicinal plant. Belongs to the pharmacological group of sedatives and sedatives. Also, its infusions and tinctures are widely used in gynecology and dermatology. They treat cough, alcoholism, gout, impotence, and diseases of the digestive system.

• September 4, 2018
• Medicinal plants
• Svetlana Pavlova

Peony evasive, or Maryina root, has several other names - Maryina berries, Maryina grass, heart berries and extraordinary peony, so named for the beauty of the flowers and the medicinal properties of the plant. In the wild, peony decorates the edges of coniferous, mixed and small-leaved forests. For medicinal purposes, rhizomes, seeds and roots of the plant are used, and less often flowers and leaves. It is used in official and alternative medicine. Preparations containing peony raw materials are used to treat many diseases, and they are also used for cosmetic purposes to nourish hair and care for the face.

Distribution area

The evasive peony can be found in Central Asia, Transbaikalia, the northern regions of the European part of Russia, in the Urals and throughout the territory up to the Arctic Circle. This frost-resistant species is perfectly used to decorate the streets of Yakutia. Wild bushes prefer flat forest lands and humus-rich soils. It often grows in separate bushes, but sometimes small thickets are found. The peony is in the Red Book of Russia and Sakhalin and is considered an endangered species.

In gardening, it is grown as an ornamental and medicinal flowering plant. It reproduces easily and is not susceptible to gray rot. Peony is able to survive in shaded areas of the garden and delight with lush flowering. If you follow basic rules of care in a permanent place, it grows up to 50 years. Every year (after May 15), the bush resembles a huge bright bouquet, which contains up to thirty charming flowers.

Description of the plant

Peony evasive, or marina root, is a herbaceous perennial plant, the height of which reaches up to one and a half meters, belongs to the Peony family. It has powerful tuberous, spindle-shaped roots of a reddish-brown color. When cut they are white, but in air they quickly acquire a pinkish-brown tint, and the edge becomes purple.

The taste of the roots is sweetish with a strong, peculiar odor of methyl salicylate. The plant consists of several thick, erect, convex-ribbed, single-flowered stems, covered with leaf scales and colored pink-purple at the base. The leaves of the evasive peony are alternate and petiolate, about 30 cm long. Flowers with pink-red petals with a diameter of 8 to 13 cm have a weak specific odor. Blooms in May-June. The fruit consists of 3-5 large multi-seeded leaflets with a star-shaped arrangement. The seeds are black with a shiny surface, elliptical in shape, up to 7 mm long. Fruit ripening occurs in the first ten days of September. Propagated by rhizomes and seeds.

Procurement of peony raw materials

The whole plant is used as a healing agent. To effectively use the medicinal qualities of the evasive peony, it is necessary to properly collect and dry the raw materials. The grass of the plant (buds, leaves and stems) is cut off in July with a sharp knife. The petals are prepared before they fall. All collected raw materials are dried in a well-ventilated area under a canopy. After drying, they are crushed and stored in linen bags. It is better to put the petals in dark boxes. The roots can be harvested throughout the growing season, but experts recommend this procedure be carried out in the fall, when a large amount of healing substances accumulates in them.

The roots are cleared of soil, washed with cold running water and cut into pieces 10-15 centimeters long and two to three centimeters thick. Drying the underground parts of the peony (marya root) is carried out under a canopy in the air until they become brittle. Then they are dried in a drying chamber at a temperature of 45 to 60 degrees Celsius. Once ready, the raw material has a pungent odor, a sweetish, astringent taste and a dark brown or brownish-yellow color. The shelf life is three years. In one place, peony harvesting is carried out once every 5-6 years. The roots and aerial parts are dried separately.

Content of nutrients in the plant

The rhizome and stem of the peony contain the following organic substances:

• Salicylic acid is a natural anti-inflammatory agent.
• Glycosides are carbohydrates of plant origin from peony, the therapeutic effect of which ensures the proper functioning of the cardiovascular system.
• Flavonoids – help produce estrogen during menopause.
• Essential oils – help normalize the functioning of the central nervous system, providing a sedative effect.
• Benzoic acid is a natural antibacterial agent that destroys fungi, viruses and pathogens.
• Minerals – the plant contains most of the salts and minerals necessary for the normal functioning of the individual’s body.

All of the above substances have a beneficial effect on maintaining the body in working condition.

Medicinal properties of peony evasive

The plant has many healing substances, so preparations made from it are used for:

• Relieves spasms and seizures - normalization of nerve impulses occurs due to anticonvulsant and antispasmodic properties at the same time.
• Anesthesia – used to suppress painful sensations of various origins.
• Relief from nervous excitability - acting as a natural antidepressant, helps to quickly relieve depressed mood and fatigue.
• Normalization of the circulatory system - thanks to the hemostatic properties, blood loss is reduced, and wounds heal quickly.
• Destroying bacteria and viruses - natural antibiotics actively fight pathogenic microorganisms and are used to treat inflammation of various types.

In addition, the properties of peony evasive are used to stimulate metabolic processes, increase stomach acidity, prevent and treat malignant neoplasms, increase efficiency, treat dermatitis, and prevent alcoholism.

Indications for use

The positive effect of using a medicinal plant has been noticed for a long time. The plant is successfully used for the following pathological conditions:

• Dysfunctions of the autonomic nervous system – neuroses of various origins, vegetative-vascular dystonia.
• Gynecological – in the treatment of menopausal symptoms, menstrual irregularities, benign and malignant formations in the uterus.
• Heart and blood vessels - in the complex treatment of hypertension, as well as cardiac ischemia.
• Chronic alcoholism – used as a sedative.
• Mental – for the treatment of convulsions during epileptic seizures, depression, stressful situations.
• Central nervous system – relieves irritability and tension, fears, increased anxiety, helps cope with fatigue.
• Urology – problems with urination.
• Gastrointestinal tract - peptic ulcers of the stomach and duodenum, gastritis, diarrhea.

In addition, peony is used in the treatment of lichen planus, which is aggravated by nervous disorders.

Contraindications for the use of the plant

Before using any plant, an adult must be familiar with the medicinal properties and contraindications. Peony evasive is not recommended for use if the patient:

• Arterial hypotension – pressure less than 120 mm Hg. Art., since taking the plant will aggravate the situation.
• Increased stomach acidity - peony-based preparations promote the production of hydrochloric acid and gastric juice, increasing acidity.
• The functions of the liver are impaired - the body will not be completely neutralized from the components of the plant.
• Kidney diseases have been identified - plant substances with poor kidney function will accumulate in the body, causing side effects.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding - marin root is a poisonous plant.
• Allergy – it is quite possible for the body to intensify its reaction to substances contained in the plant.

In addition, it should be noted that taking medications can cause apathy, drowsiness, slow reaction, decreased attention, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and irritation of the gastric mucosa.

Using factory-made forms from extraordinary peony

In pharmacies you can purchase several medicines made from peony:

• dry extract in tablets;
• vegetable raw materials in briquettes;
• alcohol tincture.

All forms are classified as sedatives, the most popular of which is alcohol tincture. It has a long shelf life, is convenient to use during a long course of treatment, and can be used externally. In addition to its calming effect, it has:

• painkillers;
• tonic;
• anti-inflammatory;
• bactericidal;
• general strengthening;
• antimicrobial;
• antispasmodic;
• anticonvulsant.

Using the tincture

Considering the beneficial properties of peony evasive, the use of tincture is indicated for:

• Functional disorders of the central nervous system - relieves nervousness, chronic fatigue, attacks of anger and irritability. Helps with autonomic dysfunction, sleep disorders, cerebral palsy.
• Digestive disorders - taken for gastritis with low acidity, spasmodic pain, diarrhea, loss of appetite, intoxication.
• Respiratory diseases - recommended as an expectorant, drunk for bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis.
• Gynecological pathologies - helps with mastopathy, uterine fibroids, infertility.
• Normalization of water-salt balance - used to remove excess salts in joint diseases, normalizes metabolic processes.
• External skin diseases - as an antiseptic and antimicrobial agent for the treatment of erosions, ulcers, cracks, ulcers.

In case of an overdose, blood pressure drops sharply, drowsiness and lethargy, dizziness and nausea occur. If these symptoms appear, you should immediately stop taking the tincture and seek help from a medical facility.

Peony evasive: instructions for use

To prepare the tincture, grass, rhizomes and roots of the plant are used; ethanol is used as an auxiliary substance. Release form: bottles made of orange glass with a capacity of 25 and 50 ml. They are equipped with a dispenser and are packaged in a cardboard box. Let's look at the instructions for using the tincture as a sedative for neurasthenia and sleep problems:

• Adults take 15-20 drops two to three times a day a quarter of an hour before meals. The duration of the treatment course depends on the individual characteristics of each patient and the severity of the disease, on average it is two weeks. If necessary, treatment is repeated after a break of two to three months after consulting a doctor.
• Side effects - general weakness, drowsiness, low blood pressure, allergies.
• Contraindications – renal and liver failure, intolerance to the components of the drug, not recommended for children under twelve years of age, pregnant and lactating women.
• Special instructions: when using the tincture, you should avoid driving vehicles and operating dangerous machinery. Long-term use in large doses causes an increase in gastric acidity. During storage, a sediment forms, so the contents of the bottle must be shaken before use.
• Drug interactions - the tincture weakens the effect of central nervous system tonics and enhances the effect of antispasmodics, hypnotics and sedatives. Ethyl alcohol may change the effects of other medications taken at the same time.
• Dispensing conditions - the drug is available without a prescription.
• The shelf life of the drug is two years, when stored in a place protected from light and at a temperature of no more than 25 degrees Celsius.

When using the tincture for the treatment of other diseases, the dosage of the drug is indicated in the instructions for the dosage of the drug. And before using it, you should consult a specialist.

Using peony in folk medicine: recipes

At home, tinctures, infusions and decoctions are prepared from peony for pain relief and seizure relief. In addition, it is used as a bactericidal agent, as well as to stimulate the production of hydrochloric acid, which improves appetite and many other purposes. Preparation of medicines:

• Infusion. Take a teaspoon of dry roots for three glasses of boiling water. Infuse, tightly wrapped, strain. Use a tablespoon a quarter of an hour before meals three times a day.
• Infusion for compresses. Pour a tablespoon of crushed dry roots into a glass of boiling water, place in a water bath for 15 minutes, cool, strain and make compresses for skin diseases.
• Decoction. Mix crushed dry roots and leaves of peony in equal proportions. Pour one coffee spoon of raw material into 0.5 liters of boiling water. Boil over low heat for five minutes and drink a cup of coffee three times a day.
• Tincture. Dry roots (10 g) are infused with 100 g of vodka for three weeks in a dark place. Take 30 drops three times a day. The course of treatment is a month. If necessary, repeat after a ten-day break. Keep refrigerated.

Before use, you should consult your doctor. Contraindications for products from peony evasive are liver and kidney diseases, allergies, age under 12 years, pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Conclusion

Medicines from the extraordinary peony have a bactericidal, anticonvulsant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and tonic effect. In cases of intoxication, they are used as an antidote. In Chinese medicine, the plant is part of anti-cancer preparations. In Mongolia, it is widely used to treat liver and kidney diseases. Tibetan doctors recommend peony (marina root) to treat colds, metabolic disorders, fever, malaria, and also to take it to enhance uterine contractions during labor.

In folk medicine, the evasive peony has received recognition. This plant is commonly known as marin root. There is also such a name as extraordinary peony. More often, the rhizome of this exquisite bright flower is used for the manufacture of dosage forms.

Useful Features

The active substances found in the rhizome of the evasive peony determine the benefits of this type of medicinal raw material.

It contains saponins, essential oils, and flavonoids. Tannins and acids - benzoic, ascorbic, salicylic - were identified. Glycosides, carbohydrates, and methyl salicylate are present.

The structural formula includes various microelements (calcium, iron, magnesium), traces of alkaloids.
Medicinal properties:

• anticonvulsants;
• bactericidal;
• disinfectants;
• anti-inflammatory;
• antispasmodic;
• antioxidant;
• astringents;
• calming;
• painkillers;
• decongestants;
• hemostatic;
• sweatshops;
• diuretics;
• expectorants;
• tonic;
• choleretic;
• antitumor.

Peony is used to prevent neuroses. Helps normalize sleep, activates the production of gastric juice. Helps improve the functions of the liver and gastrointestinal tract.

Indications:

• neurasthenia;
• arthrosis;
• diarrhea;
• hypertension;
• insomnia;
• ulcer;
• radiculitis;
• malignant formations;
• gout;
• mastopathy;
• vegetative-vascular dystonia;
• migraine;
• hepatitis;
• arthritis;
• inflammation of the ovaries;
• epilepsy;
• varicose veins;
• thrombophlebitis;
• haemorrhoids;
• cough.

Peony root products thin the blood, which helps prevent the formation of blood clots, normalize blood pressure, and improve the condition of cardiovascular diseases.

Strengthen the immune system, effectively relieve toothache, muscle pain, and headaches. They help restore damaged tissues, stop bleeding, remove toxic compounds, and cleanse the intestines of toxins.

They improve the functioning of the nervous and endocrine systems, regulate water-salt balance, and have a beneficial effect on the condition of hair and skin. They strengthen vascular walls, relieve swelling, heal wounds and inflammatory lesions, and fight seizures.

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The roots of the plant are poisonous when fresh, so they are used in dried form for medicinal purposes.
When independently harvesting wild marina root, you need to take into account that in some areas this plant is considered rare and is listed in the Red Book.

If there is permission, then the rhizome of a plant older than five years is dug in October, although, if necessary, harvesting is practiced throughout the growing season. The raw materials are washed, dried and cut into plates, which should be made about 30 mm thick.

Lay out in a thin layer in a room where there should be a dry atmosphere and ventilation provided. After the raw material becomes brittle, it is advisable to dry it in an oven or dryer at a minimum temperature not exceeding 50 degrees.

Storage, expiration date

A well-dried rhizome shows a yellowish tint when broken. The raw material has a pungent, slightly astringent and sweetish taste and a specific spicy pungent aroma.

Keep it in cardboard or wooden boxes in the dark, avoiding moisture and regularly airing it for three years.

Cooking recipes

Based on peony rhizomes, various medicinal compositions are prepared at home, which require careful attention and medical permission.

Crushed dried raw materials - 1 tsp. pour into an enamel saucepan with two glasses of hot water.

Allow the mixture to simmer for a quarter of an hour. Then leave it under a napkin for four hours and squeeze it through a two-layer gauze patch.

Drink the decoction 25-30 minutes before breakfast, lunch, dinner, half a glass. Helps with gastrointestinal pathologies, relieves swelling, and is recommended for the development of stomach cancer.

You will need 1 tbsp. l. crushed dried fragments of marina root. They are placed in earthenware dishes and brewed with two glasses of boiling water.

After infusion for half an hour, 2 tbsp of healing liquid to improve digestion. l. every eight hours. The infusion helps reduce negative symptoms during menopause.

Take dry peony rhizomes ground into powder. Combine in equal volumes with internal pork fat.
Transfer to an enamel pan and, while kneading, heat for half an hour in a water bath.

Cooled ointment helps to activate the healing of fractures and is used for joint pain.

Tincture

When choosing the most effective multi-purpose recipe, we turn to the option of making a tincture.
It is necessary to combine crushed peony roots with alcohol (70%) in a bottle, maintaining a volume ratio of 1:4. Keep in a dark cupboard for 21 days, and then squeeze through gauze folded in half.

Used for depression, neurasthenia, sleep disorders, hypochondria, and skin lesions. Take 35 drops before breakfast, lunch, and dinner for an average of a month.

Treatment recipes

Various remedies are used in folk treatment, the dominant component of which is marin root. With medical permission, they help in the treatment of various diseases.

Cataracts

When cataracts begin to develop, evasive peony allows you to stop the development of this pathology and even improve vision.

The dried rhizome must be crushed. Dial 1 tbsp. l. powder and place in an enamel saucepan with 500 ml of boiling water.

Leave under a tight lid for three hours. Then the dishes are placed on the stove. After boiling, boil the contents for five minutes. The strained broth is cooled and taken 1 tbsp. l. every six hours.

It is necessary to repeat such procedures for two months. Then a monthly interval is established and, if necessary, the next course of treatment is carried out.

Epilepsy

To make a healing decoction that can reduce epilepsy attacks, you will need a tablespoon of dried and crushed marina root.

Place the raw materials in an enamel ladle, pour in boiling water - three glasses. Install on the stove with minimal heat. Simmer without signs of boiling for a quarter of an hour.

The broth filtered through a sieve is cooled. It is recommended to take half a glass 20 minutes before breakfast, lunch, dinner.

According to popular belief, peony roots should be collected during the waxing moon in May to cure cancer.

The raw materials are washed, chopped into small fragments, 50 g are measured and transferred to a dark bottle with 500 ml of vodka.

Keep without lighting for 10 days. This tincture does not require straining. Take 40 drops half an hour before breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Alcoholism

You can prepare a decoction from a teaspoon of small pieces of dried peony root. The raw material must be boiled for five minutes at medium heat in 50 ml of water.

After straining, add boiling water if necessary to obtain a volume of at least 400 ml. Drink half a glass of the decoction every eight hours.

If the drinker refuses to self-medicate, then during preparation, keep the composition on the stove until 200 ml remains after the liquid has evaporated. Such a concentrate, after consultation with a doctor, must be added to food or drinks, 2 tbsp. l. during breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Insomnia

Maryin root is considered a powerful remedy that saves from insomnia and neuroses.
Use a tincture prepared according to the above recipe in alcohol. Take 40 drops dissolved in a glass of water for insomnia before bed.

Stroke

Transfer 10 grams of dried peony rhizome, ground to a powder, into an earthenware bowl. Steam with a glass of boiled water.

Leave under a folded terry cloth for two hours. Strain the infusion through double gauze. It is recommended to take a healing drink between meals, a tablespoon 4-5 times a day.

Joints

For severe joint pain, use tincture of peony evasive. Take small fragments of the dried root of this plant and fill a 500 ml jar without excessive compaction. Fill with vodka.

Leave the mixture under the lid for 14 days in a dark cupboard. Use the filtered product to rub on sore joints in the morning and evening. After such treatment, the pain syndrome disappears quite quickly.

Peony root for women

Folk recipes aimed at improving women's health are in demand. At the same time, all precautions are taken into account to prevent any harm to the body.

For conception

Maryin root, which has a beneficial effect on the female body with hormonal disorders, helps cope with infertility.

This plant helps to increase the production of estrogen, and also has a sedative effect, relieving anxiety that arises from experiencing a situation with the impossibility of conceiving.

To make the tincture you will need 100 g of crushed dried peony roots. They are kept for 15 days in the dark in a liter of medical alcohol. After filtration, it is recommended to take the drug 20 ml four times a day.

For mastopathy

Combine dried fragments of peony rhizome - 50 g and licorice - 20 g, turned into powder. Pour the healing tandem into a bottle with 0.5 liters of vodka.

After fifteen days of infusion in the dark, the product is filtered through double gauze. 30 drops are consumed every eight hours for 45 days.

To strengthen the uterus

To cope with the development of fibroids, measure out 40 g of small fragments of dry marina root and infuse it in a cool place away from light in 0.5 liters of medical alcohol for two weeks. It is important to shake the contents systematically.

Strained tincture 1 tbsp. l. drink every six hours. The maximum duration of the course is 50 days.

During pregnancy

Despite the unique beneficial qualities of marina root, during pregnancy it is prohibited to ingest any products based on it.

This is due to the possibility of a negative impact on the development of the fetus, causing premature birth or miscarriage.

For men

Based on the marina root, medicinal compositions are prepared at home in accordance with proven methods to solve a number of male problems.

With regular use, it is possible to increase sexual activity. The plant helps regulate hormonal balance and has a relaxing effect on the nervous system, which helps reduce the negative consequences of constant stressful situations or mental overload.

In order to enhance potency, prepare a tincture, which will require a tablespoon of dried marina root. It must be crushed, transferred to a darkened container, added 0.5 liters of vodka and sealed tightly.

Leave in the dark at room temperature for 3 weeks. The drink, filtered through a sieve, should be taken half an hour before breakfast, lunch, dinner, a teaspoon at a time until positive dynamics appear.

In home cosmetology

Various remedies, the basic component of which is the rhizome of peony evasive, are successfully practiced to improve the condition of facial skin and restore the natural beauty of hair.

For hair

Homemade (or pharmacy) alcohol tincture of peony rhizome activates hair growth due to its warming effect. This product contains many useful compounds that eliminate dandruff and strengthen curls.

The alcohol extract should be slightly warmed and rubbed into the roots. After 10 minutes, the hair is washed using shampoo.

An indication for using a decoction of peony rhizomes is oily facial skin.
Crush the dry raw materials, add 2 tbsp. l. in 400 ml of water heated to 80 degrees and place the dishes on the fire.

At medium heat, boil the composition for a quarter of an hour. Use filtered homemade lotion after cooling in the morning and evening to wipe the skin after washing.

Ready-made drugs in the pharmacy

The rhizomes of the evasive peony serve as raw materials for the production of medicinal extracts in alcohol.

If necessary, a ready-made peony tincture can be easily purchased at a pharmacy for 17-26 rubles. per bottle of 25 ml.

Instructions for use

The extract, which has a sedative effect, is recommended to eliminate vegetative-vascular disorders. Helps normalize sleep and smooth out excessive nervous excitability.

Use 30-40 drops every eight hours for 25-30 days. If, according to indications, continuation of treatment is required, it is practiced after a break of 10 days.

Contraindications

The rhizome of the evasive peony, unique in its abundance of useful characteristics, requires special attention due to its toxicity. Be sure to take into account contraindications to this variety of popular medicinal plants:

• lactation period;
• personal intolerance;
• age of children under 12 years old;
• pregnancy.

Caution is exercised in case of hypotension. After taking alcohol tincture, driving a vehicle is prohibited, as concentration of attention decreases.

The excellent healing characteristics of the evasive peony make it possible to include this plant in the collection of the most effective medicinal plants. When making medications yourself, it is important to follow medical recommendations and not exceed the recommended ratios and dosages.

Peony evasive(Marina root) Paeonia Anomala is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. It has a horizontal root and spindle-shaped tubers. This plant is also characterized by thick stems. Peony leaves are alternate, they are dissected into lanceolate segments. The flowers of the plant are large and solitary; they can reach from 6 to 13 cm in diameter. The fruits of the plant are arranged in the shape of a star. As for the seeds, they have an elliptical shape.

Characteristics and description

Paeonia Anomala has become widespread in Europe and Russia. It can be found in Central Asia, Kazakhstan, and Siberia. It also grows on edges, forests and clearings.
This plant is often called marina grass or marina root. It grows well in the shade, and loose soils are not a hindrance for it. The evading peony is both a medicinal and an ornamental plant. Its height may vary.

Healing properties of evasive peony

This plant has been used as a medicine for a very long time, and it was named after the doctor Peon. It is highly respected in China and many Chinese worship this type of peony for its medicinal properties. It is also considered a symbol of prosperity and nobility.
Local residents are confident that this plant has healing powers. It is often used to get rid of nightmares. It will also help eliminate various dark spots on the skin. There is a legend that the evading peony helps drive out evil spirits from a person.

In Western Europe, peony is used to treat gout and asthma.

Maryin root has anti-inflammatory, diuretic, diaphoretic, and strengthening properties. It also promotes expectoration, relieves swelling, calms, and relieves cramps.

Preparations based on peony evaders help:
Increased secretion of glands.
Normalization of the gastrointestinal tract.
Reducing fermentation in the intestines.
Strengthening the SSS.
Improving the functioning of the central nervous system.
Removing cholesterol.
Saturation with energy.
Healing of wounds quickly.
Elimination of inflammatory processes.
Removing waste and toxins.
Strengthening the immune system.
Increased performance.
Improved sleep.

Products based on this plant are often used in the treatment of diabetes, epilepsy, poisoning, amenorrhea, arthritis, and hypochondria.

Botanical characteristics

To prepare the medicine, use the herb and root of the plant. Raw materials must be harvested during the flowering period, namely in May or June. It is worth taking into account the fact that only peony with pink flowers can be used for medicinal purposes. After the above-ground part is separated from the underground, it is necessary to rinse the root under running water and cut it into pieces. Drying of the collected raw materials must be carried out separately.

The peony rhizome can be laid out on paper and left to dry in the shade. This can also be done in a special dryer. Please note that the roots need to be dried until they turn brown. If you do everything correctly, the roots will have an astringent aroma.

The grass should be dried outdoors. It is also scattered on paper in a thin layer to dry it as evenly as possible. At the same time, the raw materials may have a bitter taste and a weak aroma. It can be stored for 5 years.

Peony evasive: chemical composition

The evading peony has many:
Essential oils.
Glycosides.
Khrakhmalov.
Sakharov.
Tannins.
Alkaloids.
Flavonoids.
Organic acids.
Glutamines.
Resinous substances.
Argininov.
Ascorbic acids.

Peony evasive: contraindications

Please note that peony-based products are not recommended for pregnant women and people with intolerance. They are not suitable for those who suffer from liver and kidney failure. If you feel drowsiness and weakness, as well as characteristic allergies, you should stop taking products based on this plant.

Scope of application of peony

In cosmetology, a water infusion of peony is used. Lotions are often made from it. To do this, take 2 tablespoons of roots, then chop them and add water. Peony tincture is widely used in veterinary medicine. They are also excellent for stomach ulcers, liver diseases, and as a sedative.
Taking into account all the properties of peony evasive, it is worth noting that this plant has many uses. If you believe in traditional medicine, you should pay attention to the evasive peony. It will perfectly help relieve pain and swelling, and also make the course of diseases less acute.
If you prepare the tinctures correctly, you will notice relief - your sleep will become more complete and healthy, and all ailments will gradually disappear. In addition, your well-being will significantly improve, and you will feel a surge of strength and energy - all this is achieved through the use of such a medication.

How to take peony tincture correctly?

Peony tincture is taken orally, 15-20 drops. The number of doses is no more than 3 times a day. The duration of use depends on the individual characteristics of the body, as well as on the neglect and course of the disease. It is also worth taking into account the sensitivity of the body. The course of treatment lasts 2-4 weeks, and the break between courses can be from one to two months.
If you decide to take peony tincture as food, you should definitely consult a specialist about this.

Peony alcohol tincture

In order to prepare an alcohol tincture, you should use grass and roots. They need to be filled with alcohol and placed in a cool place. Periodically you need to shake the herb or pour it into other bottles. It is best to store such liquid in glass. It is also worth protecting it from sunlight.

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We have long been accustomed to the fact that almost every garden is replete with flowers, which not only bring rainbow colors to the world around us, but also pamper us with their fragrance. What kind of flowers are these? And this peonies, which are not only beautiful, but also useful, since they have a wide spectrum of action. It is thanks to its medicinal properties that this plant has found application in medicine, both traditional and folk. The types, properties and uses of peony will be discussed further.

Description of the peony plant

What does it look like?

Peony belongs to the class of perennial plants and can be herbaceous, semi-shrub or shrub. This plant may have several stems, the height of which rarely exceeds 1 m.

Peony has a large rhizome with powerful, thickened, cone-shaped roots.

The leaves of the peony are arranged in a regular order (they can be pinnately divided or trifoliate). The color of peony leaves varies from dark green to dark purple (rare specimens with a bluish color are found). In autumn, the leaves turn yellow, brown and even reddish.

Single peony flowers reach 15–25 cm in diameter.

The peony fruit is a complex, star-shaped, multi-leafed plant. The rather large seeds of the plant are black and have a round or oval shape.

Peony is famous and loved by many gardeners for its beautiful lush flowers, which are blue, white, yellow, red (it all depends on the type of peony). Most peony flowers are single and terminal (in other words, most of the plant stems end in one beautiful flower). Although there are varieties of peony on the stems of which not only central but also side buds are formed (there can be from 5 to 7 such buds), the side flowers bloom only after the central flower has faded. It is the side buds, which are smaller in size compared to the central ones, that ensure long-term flowering of the peony bush.

Interesting fact! In one season, the peony changes its color three times: for example, in the spring the leaves of the plant acquire a purple-red tint, while in the summer they become dark green, and in the fall the peony “dresses” in purple, crimson or yellow-green foliage.

It should also be said that peony is a drought- and frost-resistant plant that quickly recovers even after quite severe damage, and all thanks to the fact that this plant has a large number of reserve buds.

Peony family

Peony is the only genus of the Peony family (Paeoniaceae).

The meaning of the name peony

According to one version, the name of the flower is derived from the Greek word “paionios”, which translates as “medicinal, healing”.

But there is another version, which is associated with the ancient Greek myth, which tells about the doctor Peon, who healed Hades (the god of the underworld of the dead) after his battle with Hercules. According to the myth, Asclepius (the god of healing, who was Paeon's teacher) was jealous of his student's amazing gift, so he decided to poison him. But Peon learned of his mentor's intentions and asked the Greek gods to intercede on his behalf. The gods turned Peon into a flower as a sign of gratitude.

They also say that the flower owes its name to the small town of Paeonia, located in Thrace (Balkan Peninsula), because it is here that peonies grow literally everywhere.

Where do peonies grow?

Today peonies can be found in almost every garden, but in the wild this plant grows mainly in the forest belt of the European part of Russia, on the Kola Peninsula, in the western regions of Yakutia, in the eastern part of Transbaikalia. Peony is especially common in Western and Eastern Siberia.

This plant prefers well-lit (or slightly shaded) and well-warmed by the sun forest clearings, edges, meadows, and clearings.

Bloom

Peonies bloom at the end of spring, although much depends on weather conditions: for example, the flowering dates of the plant shift in some years.

The duration of flowering depends, first of all, on the peony variety and is about 8–16 days, while for varieties with lateral buds, this period is extended to 18–25 days.

Peony storage

The herb and peony roots are used for medicinal purposes. In this case, the above-ground part is harvested during flowering, that is, in the period from May to June. Roots are most often harvested during this same period.

The rhizome and roots are washed in running water, and then dried in the attic or under a canopy.

The above-ground part is dried in the same way. You can dry raw materials in dryers, but the temperature in them should not be higher than 45 - 60 degrees.

It is important not only to dry the plant correctly, but also to store it. To do this, place the dried raw materials in paper or fabric bags, and the packaging must be hermetically sealed.

The shelf life of raw materials is no more than three years.

Peony varieties

There are about 5,000 varieties of peonies, some of which have medicinal properties and are used in folk medicine to treat various diseases. We'll talk about them further.

Tree peony

Tree peonies are deciduous shrubs with woody shoots. The height of this type of peony reaches 1 - 1.5 m, while in the southern regions you can find specimens whose height is about 2.5 m.

Tree peonies are rightfully considered long-lived, since they can grow in one place for about 100 - 150 years. They prefer bright and sheltered places from the wind.

Tree peony flowers, of which up to 30–70 can be formed on one bush, are very large (they can reach 25–30 cm in diameter). Tree peony flowers have the shape of a bowl or ball. They bloom at the end of May, and their flowering lasts about two weeks.

Tree peonies can be white, pink, yellow, red and purple.

This type of peony has healing properties. Thus, the roots of the plant contain substances that help thin the blood. In addition, preparations based on tree peony have anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, tonic, anticidal and decongestant effects, normalize high blood pressure and prevent the formation of blood clots.

Taking into account all of the above, it is not surprising that this plant is actively used in Tibetan, Chinese, Japanese and Korean medicine in the treatment of the following diseases:

• arthritis;
• arthrosis;
• headache;
• diabetes mellitus;
• cardiovascular diseases;
• tumors;
• kidney diseases;
• poisoning;
• ulcers;
• stress;
• persistent night fever;
• carbuncles;
• cough;
• hemoptysis.

To prepare the infusion, peony flowers (you can also use the roots of the plant) are poured with boiling water (1 tablespoon of raw material is poured with a glass of boiling water) and infused for about 10 - 15 minutes. The resulting product is taken 2-3 times a day, one-third of a glass.

Peony yellow

This is one of the varieties of tree peony, the range of which covers mainly China.

Yellow peony is a shrub or subshrub up to one meter high. Single flowers, the diameter of which varies between 5 - 10 cm, are distinguished by a golden or copper-yellow color; their petals can have either a round or elliptical shape.

Yellow peony blooms in June.

This variety of peony (mainly the roots of the plant) is used in Tibetan medicine in the treatment of nosebleeds, migraines, radiculitis, joint pain, depression, gynecological diseases, diabetes, thrombophlebitis.

To prepare the decoction 1 tsp. dry crushed peony roots are poured into 500 ml of water, and then the resulting product is boiled for 20 minutes. The cooled and filtered decoction is drunk 100 ml three times a day.

Peony red

The red peony has a branched stem, short rhizome and large serrated leaves. The height of the plant rarely exceeds one meter. Large single flowers of the plant can be either pink or dark red.

Interesting fact! The red peony belongs to the Ranunculaceae family, not the Peony family, but due to its resemblance to the peony, this plant is often classified as a member of the second family.

Important! The plant is poisonous!

In medical practice, plant petals collected during flowering are used (the raw materials are collected in dry weather, dried in the sun or in dryers at a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees). Red peony roots are collected from September to November, then they are washed and dried in the sun or in a dryer.

Red peony, which has anticonvulsant properties, significantly enhances the tone of the uterus, as well as the intestines and urinary tract. In addition, preparations from this plant promote blood clotting.

Taking red peony preparations is indicated for the following diseases:

• pain in the abdomen and intestines;
• hysteria;
• rheumatism;
• whooping cough;
• asthma;
• gout;
• epilepsy;
• sand and kidney stones.

Red peony infusion
1 tbsp. The petals of the plant are poured with 300 ml of cold and always boiled water, after which the mixture is infused for 8 hours, filtered and taken 100 ml three times a day.

Peony angustifolia (thin-leaved)

Peony angustifolia (also called thin-leaved) has an elongated, pineal-shaped rhizome. The stems of the plant are bare and reach a height of no more than 50 cm.

This type of peony can “boast” of large, regular-shaped flowers, which are located at the very top of the stem. The flowers have about 8 – 10 large petals of bright red color.

Important! The narrow-leaved peony is an endangered plant that can rarely be found in the forest-steppe part of the Crimea, Russia and Ukraine (this type of peony is included in the Red Books of two countries).

Since the natural resources of this plant are excluded, the thin-leaved peony has been introduced into cultivation, that is, it is grown on specially designated plantations.

For medicinal purposes, the plant's grass is used, cut off during the flowering of the plant, as well as the cone-shaped rhizomes. All parts of the angustifolia peony contain flavonoids as well as tannins, while fresh leaves contain large amounts of vitamin C.

Preparations of peony angustifolia are used in medicine in the treatment of:

• anemia;
• epilepsy;
• poisoning (especially alcohol intoxication);
• kidney stone disease;
• hemorrhoids;
• some heart diseases.

Important! The plant is toxic, as a result of which dosages must be strictly observed.

Rhizome decoction
1 tsp raw materials are poured with 400 ml of boiling water and placed in a water bath for 5 minutes. The broth removed from the bath is filtered, squeezed out and brought with warm boiled water to its original volume. Drink a third of a glass of the decoction three times a day, before eating.

Peony (common)

The officinalis peony (also called the common peony) reaches a height of 50–85 cm and pleases gardeners with large flowers of red, white or pink. This perennial plant has coarse stems and separate compound leaves.

Important! Only peonies with purple flowers are used for medicinal purposes.

The crimson-red petals of Peony officinalis are dried immediately after collection (it is important to collect the petals before they fall off). Dried raw materials are stored in dry and always dark containers.

The roots of the plant must also be harvested, which are cleared of soil, washed with cold water, and then cut into strips about 10–15 cm long (the thickness of the strips should be no more than 2–3 cm). The raw materials are dried under a canopy until they become brittle, after which they are dried in a dryer at a temperature of about 50 - 60 degrees. Properly dried roots have a dark brown or yellowish-brown tint, while the fracture of the roots acquires a whitish-yellowish color, which turns into purple along the edges. The taste of dry roots and rhizomes is sweetish-burning and slightly astringent, and the smell is pungent.

In addition, preparations of peony are indicated for intestinal and stomach spasms, hysteria, epilepsy, dropsy, and edema.

Chinese medicine uses Paeonia officinalis preparations to treat the following conditions:

• retinal hemorrhage;
• infectious hepatitis;
• stomach diseases;
• diabetes mellitus;
• gynecological diseases;
• nephritis;
• leucorrhoea;
• menstrual irregularities;
• spastic colitis;
• peptic ulcers;
• gastritis;

In Tibetan medicine, a decoction of peony rhizomes is used in the treatment of:

• colds;
• pneumonia;
• liver diseases;
• pulmonary diseases;
• stomach cancer;
• dysmenorrhea;
• polyarthritis;
• gout;
• hypertension;

Powder from the roots of the plant is part of an effective wound-healing ointment, which is indicated for bone fractures.

Official medicine widely uses tincture from the roots of peony officinalis as a sedative for insomnia, neurasthenia and various vegetative-vascular disorders.

Peony infusion for whooping cough and asthma
1 tsp dry peony flowers should be poured into 250 ml of cold boiled water and left in a closed container for two hours, after which the infusion is filtered and consumed one tablespoon three times a day.

Decoction for spasms, hysteria, swelling and urolithiasis
0.5 tsp Pour a glass of water over the crushed rhizome of the plant and put it on the fire. The product is boiled under the lid for 10 minutes, then infused for one hour, filtered and drunk a tablespoon three times a day.

Important! The plant is poisonous, so the prescribed dosage should be strictly followed.

Mountain peony (spring)

Mountain peony has an almost horizontally spread rhizome, an erect and single stem, the height of which does not exceed 30 - 50 cm. Moreover, the stem of the plant, which acquires a red-violet hue in spring, is slightly ribbed.

The large mountain peony flower has a light cream corolla (white and pink corollas are less common). The smell of the flower is reminiscent of the poppy.

In the wild, this rare species of peony, listed in the Red Book, is found in the south of Primorye, in East Asia, as well as on some islands of Japan.

All parts of the plant are used in folk medicine in the treatment of diseases of the central nervous system, headaches and some disorders of the gastrointestinal tract.

Peony evasive (Maryin root)

This type of peony, growing mainly in Siberia and the European part of Russia, is popularly called marina root.

This perennial herbaceous plant can reach a height of 1 m or more. Peony evasive has a powerful rhizome and thick roots of a red-brown hue.

The erect stems of the plant have three to five large leaves, the length and width of which are about 30 cm.

Large red flowers with a diameter of 10–18 cm have 5 petals.

It is the evasive peony that is most often used not only in folk medicine, but also in official medicine, so it is this species that will be discussed further.

Composition and properties of peony evasive

Essential oil

• increased secretion of glands;
• promoting increased gastrointestinal motility;
• reduction of fermentation in the intestines;
• regulation and normalization of central nervous system functions;
• strengthening the process of bile secretion;
• strengthening the cardiovascular system.

Starch

• saturating the body with energy;
• increased insulin synthesis;
• removal of bad cholesterol.

Glycosides

• increased urine output;
• vasodilation;
• destruction of germs and bacteria;
• increased sputum discharge;
• calming the nervous system.

Tannins

• improved digestion;
• normalization of gastrointestinal tract functions;
• elimination of foci of inflammation;
• neutralization of bacteria;
• acceleration of wound healing.

Sahara
The main task of sugars is to provide the body with energy.

Flavonoids

• removal of toxins;
• neutralization of bacteria and germs;
• eliminating allergies or reducing their manifestations;
• promoting the excretion of bile;
• relieving inflammation;
• acceleration of wound healing;
• relieving spasms;
• increased urine output.

Alkaloids

• relieve pain;
• eliminate spasms;
• help stop bleeding;
• have a calming effect on the nervous system.

Organic acids

• remove toxins;
• restore acidity;
• normalize digestion;
• calm the nervous system;
• relieve inflammation;
• eliminate joint pain.

Glutamine

• regulates metabolic processes and the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract;
• improves the activity of skeletal muscles;
• promotes the synthesis of amino acids and glucose;
• improves the process of hematopoiesis.

Arginine

• strengthens the immune system;
• promotes wound healing;
• enhances the synthesis of growth hormone;
• increases sexual activity in men;
• transports oxygen to body tissues;
• removes toxins, thereby normalizing liver function;
• removes harmful cholesterol;
• prevents the development of thrombosis and atherosclerosis;
• stimulates insulin production;
• lowers blood pressure.

Resins

• accelerate the wound healing process;
• neutralize the effect of microbes and bacteria;
• strengthen the immune system.

Ascorbic acid

• normalizes central nervous system functions;
• significantly improves iron absorption;
• promotes hematopoiesis;
• removes toxins.

In addition, the evasive peony contains micro- and macroelements (strontium, chromium, potassium, calcium, sulfur, aluminum, iron, magnesium, copper, etc.), which have an extremely beneficial effect on health, namely:

• normalize the functioning of the female reproductive system;
• regulate the functioning of the central nervous system;
• stimulate mental activity;
• promote wound healing;
• reduce allergic reactions.

Medicinal properties of peony

• Antispasmodic.
• Painkiller.
• Anti-inflammatory.
• Sweatshop.
• Diuretic.
• Hemostatic.
• Diuretic.
• Disinfectant.
• Tonic.
• Strengthening.
• Decongestant.
• Sedative.
• Choleretic.
• Expectorant.
• Astringent.
• Anticonvulsant.
• Hemostatic.
• Antitumor.

The benefits and harms of peony

Peony evasive is an adaptogen that naturally regulates the functioning of the immune system, thereby not only protecting the body from various viruses and infections, but also significantly accelerating the healing process.

Taking peony preparations makes it much easier to tolerate radioactive radiation, as well as chemotherapy. In addition, preparations of peony have a detrimental effect on protozoa, which is why they are used as a bactericidal agent.

In addition, this plant normalizes metabolism and increases the acidity of gastric juice, which has a beneficial effect on the digestive process, not to mention the fact that peony-based preparations accelerate the healing process of ulcers and wounds, relieve spasms of smooth muscles of both internal organs and blood vessels vessels.

Peony - a remedy for nerves

Peony preparations are rightfully considered an excellent remedy for chronic fatigue, overwork, hysteria, stress and lack of sleep, since they have sedative and tonic effects. Thus, peony infusion will help improve your mood, get rid of insomnia and overcome depression.

The therapeutic effect is primarily due to the presence of glycosides salicin and methyl salicylate. In addition, the sedative effect is associated with stimulation of the body's production of endorphins, which cause a feeling of happiness.

To prepare the infusion, 1 tsp. crushed peony roots, pour 600 ml of boiling water and infuse for half an hour. The drug is taken 10 minutes before eating two to three times a day.

Peony flower (petals)

Peony flowers contain aromatic substances, therefore they are used in pharmacology to improve the taste of medicinal solutions. In addition, this part of the plant contains ascorbic acid, so infusions and decoctions of peony flowers are used in the treatment of colds.

As an external remedy, tincture of peony flowers is used for radiculitis and joint pain. To prepare the product, a half-liter jar is filled with plant flowers and filled with vodka. The tincture is filtered after two weeks and used for rubbing into sore joints.

Seeds

Peony seeds contain a large amount of fatty oils, so preparations based on them have long been used in the treatment of sore throat and pulmonary diseases.

Interesting fact! The healers of Ireland used peony seeds to treat postpartum ailments, for which 9 peony seeds were crushed and mixed with borax, almonds, and aniseed white water.

Grass (leaves)

The aerial part of the peony contains a large amount of vitamin C, flavonoids and starch, as a result of which preparations based on this part of the plant are indicated in the treatment of pulmonary diseases, inflammation, colds, nervous disorders, digestive disorders, spasms, allergies, epilepsy.

Tubers

The spindle-shaped tubers of peonies are used to prepare remedies intended to treat gout, seizures and epilepsy. To this day, the Greeks and residents of Altai use peony tubers as a seasoning for meat dishes.

Peony root and rhizome

It is the underground part of the plant that is most widely used in both folk and scientific medicine, so we will pay special attention to it.

Application

Official medicine uses a tincture from the underground part of the evasive peony in the treatment of neurasthenic conditions, insomnia, vegetative-vascular disorders of various origins, headaches, and chronic fatigue.

The roots of this plant have long been included in anti-cancer preparations that help speed up the cure of cancer.

Peony roots are used in the treatment of epilepsy, viral diseases, poisoning, liver and kidney diseases.

So, for stomach cancer, it is recommended to prepare the following remedy: the dried roots of the plant in a ratio of 1:10 are poured with boiling water and infused for at least two hours. An infusion of 100 ml is taken three times a day.

If we talk about folk medicine, Avicenna also used peony to treat pain and burning in the stomach. The roots of this plant were widely used in Rus': for example, gout, rheumatism, gastrointestinal diseases, bleeding, stroke, and epilepsy were treated with decoctions and infusions from this plant. Moreover, the treatment included the use of not only infusions, but also fresh root (a pea-sized piece of root was taken three times a day after meals, washed down with water).

Medicinal properties of peony roots

• Calming.
• Painkiller.
• Antispasmodic.
• Anticonvulsant.

The active substances of the roots and rhizomes of peony have a powerful anti-inflammatory effect, which in its effectiveness is similar to amidopyrine - a drug that has antipyretic, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory effects. For this reason, preparations based on peony roots are used for headaches, neuralgia, arthritis, myositis, and rheumatism.

It must be said that the roots of the evasive peony have a general strengthening effect, since they contain micro- and macroelements that help the body fight many diseases of various etiologies.

Contraindications to the use of peony roots

There are no special contraindications to the use of root-based preparations (with the exception of pregnancy, childhood and individual intolerance).

Use of peony in medicine

Peony evasive is used in the treatment of the following diseases:

• diarrhea;
• peptic ulcers;
• arthritis;
• dysmenorrhea;
• amenorrhea;
• myositis;
• spasms and twitching of various muscle groups;
• gastrointestinal cramps;
• CNS diseases;
• stress and neurasthenia, accompanied by excessive excitability;
• epilepsy;
• insomnia;
• hypochondria;
• vegetative-vascular dystonia;
• lethargy;
• hypertension;
• liver diseases;
• fever;
• colds;
• haemorrhoids;
• oncological diseases;
• immunity, the above-ground part of the plant can be brewed and drunk like regular tea.

  Tincture

  The tincture is indicated for the treatment of gastritis, uterine bleeding, cough, pain of various origins, rheumatism and gout.

  Pour 10 g of evasive peony (you can use a collection from all parts of the plant) into 100 ml of vodka, after which the product is thoroughly mixed and left to infuse for two weeks in a dark and cool place. It is important not to forget to shake the tincture regularly. After the specified infusion period, the strained product is poured into a dark glass container. Drink tincture 20 drops three times a day.

  Peony ointment

  It is used externally for joint pain, neurological inflammation, and treatment of inflammation of the trigeminal and sciatic nerves.

  The ointment is prepared from dried peony root, which must be grated, then add pork fat to the resulting mass in a 1:1 ratio. Next, the mixture is sent to a water bath and heated slowly for 30 minutes. Removed from heat and cooled, the mass is used in the form of compresses and rubbing.

  Peony extract in drops (instructions)

  Pharmacy peony extract is used in the treatment of all those conditions that the tincture prepared at home, including:
  • nervous disorders;
  • headache;
  • insomnia;
  • diseases of the reproductive system;
  • some types of cancer;
  • convulsions;
  • epilepsy.
  The pharmacy tincture is taken orally, 25–40 drops three times a day before eating, and the tincture should be diluted in 50–70 ml of water.

  Treatment is carried out over a course of 25–30 days.

  Important! There are no absolute contraindications to the use of peony tincture. Side effects are extremely rare and disappear quickly.

  Peony extract tablets

  Peony extract is available not only in liquid, but also in tablet form.

  The tablets have a sedative, anticonvulsant, membrane-stabilizing, antioxidant and antihypoxic effect on the human body, as a result of which they are indicated in the treatment of sleep disorders, increased nervous excitability and neurocirculatory dystonia.

  The tablets are taken orally, 1 capsule twice a day, half an hour before meals. The tablets are taken for 21 to 30 days. If necessary, the course is repeated after a ten-day break.

  Contraindications to taking pills are:

  • age up to 12 years;
  • pregnancy;
  • breastfeeding period;
  • galactose intolerance;
  You should be careful when taking pills if you have liver problems. Indications for use of “Five Peonies” syrup are:
  • neurotic disorders that are accompanied irritability, anxiety, weakening of memory, fear and fatigue;
  • headache (migraine);
  • sleep disturbance and mild forms of insomnia;
  • disruption of the gastrointestinal tract and cardiovascular system;
  • skin diseases caused by nervous disorders (dermatitis and neurodermatitis);
  • menopausal and premenstrual syndromes.
  So, for sleep disorders, take 1 tbsp of syrup. before bed. For overexcitation and stress, a single dose of 2 tbsp is indicated. drug. For anxiety and mood swings, it is recommended to drink 1 tsp of syrup. three times a day.

  If the syrup is taken for preventive purposes to enhance concentration, improve memory and calm the nervous system, then the daily dose of syrup should not exceed two tablespoons.

  Important! Children over 14 years old can take 1 tsp of this syrup. twice a day - during the day and in the evening.

  Contraindications to the use of syrup are:

  • individual intolerance to any component of the drug;
  • periods of pregnancy and lactation;
  • childhood.

  Evading peony: properties, application - video

  Contraindications to the use of peony preparations

  Peony is not only a beautiful, but also a poisonous plant, so it is extremely important to follow the dosage prescribed by your doctor.

  Contraindications to the use of evasive peony preparations:

  • individual intolerance;
  • age (children under 12 years old);
  • liver or kidney failure;
  antispasmodics
  , as well as sleeping pills and sedatives.

  Peony during pregnancy

  Peony evasive should not be used during pregnancy, since preparations from this plant have an abortifacient effect. Before use, you should consult a specialist.

Peony is a perennial representative of the plant kingdom, which delights with its bright color and pleasant aroma. It is very decorative. This is one of the most beautiful plants with lush flowers and delicate petals. It can be found in the wild or grown in your garden.

Blooming peonies

Peonies bloom in late spring. They are valued for their dense foliage, elegant buds and healing power. The bulk of the active substances contains peony root, the medicinal properties of which help alleviate the condition of certain diseases.

The plant received its name from the name of the ancient Greek healer, a mythical hero who treated gods and people. This suggests that the healing power of the plant was known long before our era.

In total there are more than 30 species and several thousand varieties. Among them are many shades: from white to dark burgundy. It is believed that specimens with purple-pink flowers have the most pronounced qualities.

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Peony: where does it grow?

Flowers grow in subtropics and temperate regions. They love sunny or slightly shaded places. They are grown for ornamental purposes all over the world.

Caucasian peony is an endemic species that is listed in the Red Book

Peony officinalis is common in central and southern Europe. Maryin root or Peony evasive can be found in some areas of the European part of Russia and Siberia. It also grows in China, Kazakhstan and Mongolia. The Caucasian peony lives in the south of Russia.

The Chinese were the first to use peony. This happened 200 years BC. The flower here represents wealth, the desire for beauty and perfection. Cultivation was considered a privilege of the imperial palace.

Peony: use in folk medicine

The medicinal raw material is the dried root, ground into powder, as well as the stems. Sometimes flower petals are used. Decoctions are made from them, added to tea, and medicinal oils and mixtures are prepared.

Peonies bloom

Eastern beauties value purple petals for their ability to prolong youth. Traditional healers use rhizomes and stems to treat epilepsy, stomach and female diseases. Chinese doctors use parts of the plant as an antitumor agent, and Mongolian healers use them for kidney and liver diseases. In the mountains of Tibet, multicomponent formulations are used for fevers and malaria.

The most popular is peony tincture, the benefits and harms of which are well known in official medicine and among the people. It is valued by herbalists and homeopaths. The remedy is prescribed for colds, panic attacks, and indigestion.

In cosmetology

Like many other plants, peony contains many trace elements and biologically active substances. They can be beneficial for hair and face. It is believed that a decoction of flowers and buds helps soothe the skin and get rid of dandruff.

Peony extract imparts important properties to cosmetic products:

• smooths out wrinkles,
• removes inflammation and relieves irritation,
• moisturizes and nourishes,
• normalizes metabolic processes in the epidermis,
• makes the skin firm and gives it elasticity.

Peony is a symbol of love and successful marriage. In the Feng Shui tradition, they are credited with powerful powers. They attract romantic relationships, just place their image in the bedroom or living room.

Like rose petals, peony petals are added to baths. The procedure is very relaxing, fills the space with fragrance and helps relieve stress. Decoctions and infusions are used to care for damaged and lifeless hair. Decoctions are prepared from the petals, which are used to rinse hair after washing.

Cooking recipe:

• two tablespoons of fresh petals or one small bud are poured with a glass of boiling water,
• stand for 15 minutes,
• diluted with water to a comfortable temperature.

For cosmetic applications, take crushed petals, chamomile flowers, young nettle or peppermint in equal proportions. All this is poured with boiling water, kept under a closed lid and filtered. The proportions are standard: for 1 tablespoon of dry raw materials take 200-250 ml of water.

A clean gauze cloth is moistened in the resulting liquid. It is applied to the skin of the face and décolleté for 10-15 minutes. At the end of the procedure, the body is rinsed with clean water.

Beautiful peonies

To make a healing bath, take a handful of fresh petals and pour a liter of boiling water. Cover the dish with a lid and leave for at least an hour. The mixture is then filtered and poured into a bath of warm water.

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Adding rose flowers, jasmine and peppermint leaves will help enhance the effect. The procedure improves mood and relieves tension that has accumulated during the day. After such a bath, sleep becomes more sound, and the skin becomes soft and velvety.

Peony evasive: medicinal properties and contraindications

The healing power of the plant has been well studied. Doctors prescribe root preparations for increased excitability, sleep problems, and vegetative-vascular dysfunctions. As a result of treatment, headache attacks are reduced, performance and sleep quality are increased.

Maryin root, the medicinal properties of which are used for many problems, activates metabolism, relieves fatigue, and helps fight stress. It is used as a tonic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent.

Compound

The main part of the nutrients is concentrated in the rhizomes. They contain:

• starch,
• microelements,
• essential oil,
• Sahara,
• tannins,
• salicylic and benzoic acids,
• glycoside salicin,
• alkaloids,
• flavonoids.

Peony: ready-made forms

Peony tincture is sold in pharmacies, the price is low, but the benefits are obvious. It helps relieve excessive anxiety, maintain strength, and cope with stress. It is produced in 25 ml glass bottles. In dark, transparent liquids, a small precipitate may sometimes form.

Tincture of evasive peony is a medicine, the instructions for use for which contain important information about possible contraindications. It contains dosages and indications. Before use, it is recommended to study it carefully so as not to cause harm.

How to take peony tincture correctly?

The pharmaceutical drug is taken according to the instructions. Measure out 30-40 drops three times a day. The best time is 10-20 minutes before meals. The medicine is diluted with a small amount of water at room temperature. The course lasts one month. After this there is a break of at least 10 days.

The drug enhances the effect of other sedatives and is often taken together with valerian, motherwort or hawthorn.

In pharmacies you can find peony extract in the form of coated tablets. Dried and packaged rhizomes are also sold in pharmacies and online stores.

Combination with other drugs

A mixture of five tinctures is very popular: valerian, motherwort, peony, Corvalol, reviews about it are only positive. This is an effective mix that is very calming and helps cope with stress. It includes several components that complement each other and enhance each other's effects.

To prepare such a healing cocktail, you need to buy bottles and mix the contents in equal quantities. It is better to store the resulting mixture in a dark container. For ease of dosing, some can be poured into a Corvalol bottle.

Usually measure out 30 drops, which are dissolved in a quarter glass of water at room temperature. Drink 2-3 times a day depending on how you feel. Sometimes one dose before bed is enough. Duration – from 1 to 3 weeks.

A simpler option is a mixture of peony and hawthorn tinctures. It is prepared in the same way. It improves heart function, normalizes blood pressure, and alleviates the symptoms of menopause. Another option is a mixture of tinctures: peony, motherwort, valerian. This cocktail improves sleep, alleviates premenstrual syndrome, and reduces heart rate.

A mixture of tinctures of valerian, motherwort, hawthorn, peony is prepared in the same way. This popular, inexpensive product has received many positive reviews. A mix of four components helps cope with anxiety, improve heart function and relieve nervous agitation.

Tincture of peony, hawthorn, motherwort, valerian: how to take?

The calming mixture has received good reviews for its effectiveness and availability. For many, it becomes a salvation from daily stress, increased workload and chronic fatigue.

There are several ways to prepare this miracle mix:

• Mix pharmaceutical preparations in equal proportions and store in a dark container. Take 15-30 drops one to three times a day, mainly in the afternoon. After a month of taking it, take a break.
• Prepare your own from dried raw materials. Take flowers and fruits of hawthorn, peony and valerian roots, motherwort herb, mix in equal proportions and pour in vodka in a ratio of 1 to 5. Leave for 21 days and take as in the previous case.

Contraindications

The product is not indicated for pregnant, lactating women, children under 12 years of age and anyone with low blood pressure. Is it worth mentioning that before starting any treatment, you need to consult a doctor? In addition, we should not forget about possible allergic reactions and the risk of individual intolerance. They are manifested by a rash, swelling, itching and skin irritation.

Alcohol forms are contraindicated for persons with alcohol dependence, as well as for those whose activities require concentration. For gastritis, ulcers and other gastrointestinal diseases, caution should be exercised.

Side effects are usually observed when the dosage is exceeded. This may include dizziness, drowsiness, a sharp decrease in blood pressure, and weakness. Contraindications also include kidney failure and liver problems.

Peony evading: procurement of raw materials

For medicinal purposes, rhizomes and green parts are collected. The best time to collect grass is during the flowering period. It is preferable to start collecting rhizomes in the second half of August, when the content of essential oil and other active substances is maximum.

The plant is an endangered species, so the raw materials are collected very carefully. Its roots are very powerful with many branches and thickenings. They penetrate deep into the soil. They are mainly used as medicinal raw materials.

To extract, the bush is dug from all sides to a depth of 30-40 cm. After this, part of the rhizome is carefully separated along with the stem, making a cut directly in the ground. The selected part is picked up and removed. The earth is shaken off, and the remaining roots are covered.

All parts are dried separately. The rhizomes are washed in cold water, dried and cut into plates up to 2-3 cm thick. They are scattered on a clean surface in a thin layer. Twice a day everything needs to be turned over and mixed. Raw materials are considered ready when the healing qualities of properly dried raw materials are preserved for up to three years.

The raw materials exude a peculiar pungent odor. For this reason, those who suffer from headaches or migraines should not be near it.

Peony tincture at home

The product does not have to be purchased at the pharmacy. You can cook it yourself. To do this, take 50 grams of fresh roots, pour in 500 ml of vodka, close tightly and leave in a dark place for 2 weeks. During this time, shake it well several times. The resulting tincture is filtered and poured into a clean container, which is stored in a cool, dark place.

Peony tincture is a broad-spectrum drug that has a cumulative effect and helps with many abnormalities. The main thing is not to forget that the plant contains toxic components. Its use for medicinal purposes requires caution and should be carried out under the close supervision of a physician.

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Peony officinalis used for gout, epilepsy and intestinal diseases. Peony is sometimes called red peony and white peony - this does not refer to the color of the pink, red, purple or white flowers, but to the color of the treated root. The medicinal properties of the root of the medicinal plant are used in preparations, dietary supplements in capsules.

Latin name: Paeonia officinalis.

English name: Peony.

Family: Peony - Paeoniaceae.

Synonym: common peony.

Common names: peasant rose, gout rose.

Parts of Peony officinalis used: roots and rhizomes.

Botanical description: Peony officinalis is a perennial plant with coarse stems and separate compound leaves. Planted in gardens for large double wine-red (less often whitish) flowers.

Habitat: native to Southern Europe; usually grown in flower beds.

Collection and preparation: The dug up peony roots are cleared of soil, washed with cold water, cut into pieces 10-15 cm long and 2-3 cm thick and dried in well-ventilated areas or in the shade under canopies. As soon as the medicinal raw material becomes brittle, it is dried in a dryer at a temperature of 45-60°C. To avoid headaches, it is not recommended to be in the area where peony roots are dried. The raw material consists of pieces of roots and rhizomes of various lengths. Outside they are dark brown or yellowish-brown, wrinkled. The fracture is whitish-yellowish, purple along the edge. The shelf life of raw materials is 3 years. The taste of the raw material is sweetish-burning, slightly astringent. The smell is pungent and peculiar.

Chemical composition: red dye, flavonoids, tannin, peonin (flowers), peregrenin (seeds).

Peony officinalis - beneficial properties and applications

Peony root included in the preparations, dietary supplement NSP Bupleroom plus , BBC in capsules manufactured in the USA according to the international GMP quality standard for medicines.

Photo of peony officinalis

Peony rhizomes are used in Chinese medicine as an analgesic, anticonvulsant, anti-inflammatory, for the treatment of retinal hemorrhages, infectious hepatitis, gastric diseases, cancer, diabetes, gynecological diseases, nephritis, hypertension, leucorrhoea. A decoction of peony rhizomes is used in particular for menstrual disorders, as a lactogenic, sedative, expectorant, diuretic, for spastic colitis, peptic ulcers and stomach cancer, for gastritis with reduced secretory function of the stomach, to improve appetite.

Peony tincture recipe

• Pour 10 grams of plant rhizomes with 100 ml of vodka. We leave the composition to infuse for 2 weeks. After straining the finished tincture, take it 30 or 40 drops, diluted with a small amount of water, three times a day.

Photo of Peony officinalis root whole and in section

Peony decoction recipe

• Grind 30 grams of dry rhizomes of peony officinalis. Next, pour the powder from the roots with 4 cups of water, put on the fire until it boils, then remove from the heat and strain. When chilled, the decoction is taken 100 ml three times a day. The same medicine can be treated in case of cramps of the digestive tract, gout and nervous excitability. The course of treatment is 30 days, after which they take a break for 15–20 days and repeat the course again.

Tibetan medicine uses a decoction of peony rhizomes for tuberculosis, colds, bronchitis, pneumonia, in a mixture with other medicines. A decoction of rhizomes is widely prescribed in folk medicine of the Nanai, Udege and Ulchi as an antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, diaphoretic, hemostatic, diuretic and disinfectant for liver diseases, pulmonary diseases, peptic ulcers and stomach cancer, diarrhea, dysentery, dysmenorrhea, polyarthritis, gout, hypertension , encephalitis, as a tonic and strengthening agent.

Photo of the plant flower Peony officinalis

An alcoholic extract of rhizomes is used to treat posthemorrhagic anemia. The root powder is part of a wound-healing ointment used for bone fractures. In Mongolia, the roasted roots and leaves are used to make tea.

Official medicine uses tincture of peony root as a sedative for insomnia, neurasthenia with increased excitability, phobic and hypochondriacal conditions, as well as vegetative-vascular disorders.

Contraindications. You should always remember that taking peony medications, as a highly poisonous plant, requires great caution and supervision by the attending physician.