Herb comparison
Chinese Peony / White Peony (Paeonia lactiflora) vs Ju Hua (Chrysanthemum x morifolium)
Both plants are listed as traditional remedies for 1 of the same condition, which is why they are easy to confuse. Their descriptions and full safety notes are below, free.
- About
- White peony is an upright perennial growing to 6.5 feet with large white flowers and divided, dark green leaves. Its history of use in China stretches back at least 1,500 years, and it is one of the herbs in 'Four Things Soup.' The plant is cultivated throughout northeastern China and Inner Mongolia, propagated from seed in spring or from root cuttings in winter. The root of 4- or 5-year-old plants is harvested in spring or autumn.Ju hua (Chrysanthemum x morifolium), commonly called the florists’ chrysanthemum, is a perennial reaching about 5 ft (1.5 m), producing clusters of white or yellow daisy-like flowers.
- Safety & precautions
- Do not take during pregnancy. Use under professional guidance for hormonal conditions.Allergic Reactions: Possible in those sensitive to plants in the daisy family.
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