Tree Peony Collection

Peony officinale - Tree peony, Paeonia officinalis (Carmine-flowered moutan, Moutan officinalis var. punicea)
FLO4711809 Peony officinale - Tree peony, Paeonia officinalis (Carmine-flowered moutan, Moutan officinalis var. punicea). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith after J.T

The Peony Tree the Mutton has purple flowers. Moutan tree peony, Paeonia species
FLO4597268 The Peony Tree the Mutton has purple flowers. Moutan tree peony, Paeonia species. Handcoloured etching from Pierre Joseph Buchoz Precious

Peony officinale - Tree peony, Paeonia officinalis (Party coloured moutan, Moutan officinalis var. variegata)
FLO4711823 Peony officinale - Tree peony, Paeonia officinalis (Party coloured moutan, Moutan officinalis var. variegata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith after J

Peony, pub. 1950, (colour woodblock print)
ILL45534 Peony, pub. 1950, (colour woodblock print) by Japanese School, (20th century); Private Collection

Paeonia suffruticosa Andr. var. papaveracea, 1788-1896 (hand-coloured engraving)
991240 Paeonia suffruticosa Andr. var. papaveracea, 1788-1896 (hand-coloured engraving) by English School, (18th century); 24.6x15.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Paeonia suffruticosa Andr)

Pink Mountain Peony, USA

Tree Peony: Chozan of Chojiya (Chojiya uchi Chozan, Kao), from the series "Parodies of... c. 1769
Tree Peony: Chozan of Chojiya (Chojiya uchi Chozan, Kao), from the series " Parodies of Floating-world Beauties as Flowers (Ukiyo bijin hana mitate)", c. 1769

Tree peony, Paeonia moutan
5893796 Tree peony, Paeonia moutan. by Bois, Desire Georges Jean Marie (1856-1946); (add.info.: Tree peony, Paeonia moutan. Paeonia -- suffruticosa)

Paeonia Moutan, published 1799 (colour stipple engraving)
1275230 Paeonia Moutan, published 1799 (colour stipple engraving) by Dutch School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Paeonia suffruticosa, 1836 (hand-coloured engraving)
618047 Paeonia suffruticosa, 1836 (hand-coloured engraving) by Bessa, Pancrace (1772-1835); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration from Flore des jardiniers)

Pair of carved Beijing vases, Qianlong period, 1736-95 (glass)
PFR204768 Pair of carved Beijing vases, Qianlong period, 1736-95 (glass) by Chinese School (18th century); 16.5 cm; Private Collection; ePaul Freeman; Chinese, out of copyright

Shrub Deciduous Flowering season Spring Flowering season Summer
Paeonia suffruticosa cultivar Peony Purple subject Green background

Tree peony
Photo of an original Fine Lithograph from the Favourite Flowers of Garden & Greenhouse by Edward Step published in 1897 in London

Paeonia Moutan, 1799
Paeonia Moutan, pub. 1799 (colour stipple engraving). Chinas national flower in 1903 during the Qing dynsaty (1644-1911). The bark is used for mediciinal purposes

Tree peony Gauguin -Paeonia suffruticosa Gauguin-, Emsland, Germany, Europe

Peony Janice, USA
Peony Janice, Usa

Peony Janice, USA
Peony Janice, Usa

Tree Peony (Paeonia suffruticosa) C018 / 0690
Tree Peony (Paeonia suffruticosa) in flower

Centre of a hybrid tree peony flower C013 / 5129
The centre of a flower of a hybrid tree peony. The genus Paeonia comprises both herbaceous and woody species (so-called tree peonies)

Paeonia suffruticosa, tree peony
Plate 2 from Delineation of exotic plants cultivated in the Royal Garden at Kew (1796) by Franz Andreas Bauer (1758-1840). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

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The tree peony, scientifically known as Paeonia suffruticosa Andr. Var. Papaveracea, is a stunning flowering plant that has captivated people for centuries. This hand-coloured engraving from 1788-1896 showcases its beauty in intricate detail. Also referred to as the Pink Mountain Peony in the USA, this particular variety is truly a sight to behold. Its vibrant pink petals stand out against lush green foliage, creating a mesmerizing display that enchants all who lay eyes on it. In Suzuki Harunobu's series "Parodies of. . C. 1769, " we see Tree Peony: Chozan of Chojiya (Chojiya uchi Chozan, Kao), an artistic representation that further celebrates the allure of this magnificent flower. Another species within the tree peony family is Paeonia moutan, which blooms with equal splendor during spring and summer seasons. A colour stipple engraving published in 1799 beautifully captures its delicate charm. Dating back to 1836, yet another hand-coloured engraving highlights Paeonia suffruticosa's timeless elegance and enduring popularity among nature enthusiasts worldwide. To complement their enchanting presence indoors or outdoors, these exquisite flowers are often paired with intricately carved Beijing vases from the Qianlong period (1736-95). Crafted from glass and adorned with meticulous details, these vases elevate the beauty of any space they grace. As shrub deciduous plants renowned for their captivating blossoms during both spring and summer seasons, tree peonies bring joy wherever they grow. Their large blooms add bursts of color to gardens and landscapes alike while attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Whether showcased individually or arranged in clusters, these remarkable flowers never fail to make a statement.