Peony evading was bred in 1788 as an ornamental plant for decorating gardens and complementing flower arrangements. Today, this plant is used in various areas of human activity: from medicine to cooking and cosmetology. The inhabitants of ancient Greece for the medicinal properties called the flower in honor of the healer Peony, and in China, martin root is considered an imperial symbol and a sign of noble origin. Let us consider in more detail all the characteristics of the pion and its possible use.
Botanical characteristic
The plant is a perennial, large, up to 100 cm tall. The root is short, with many fleshy processes of dark brown color. On each stem, as a rule, grows one flower. The trunk itself is ribbed and straight. Peony leaves are long (up to 30 cm) and wide (2.5 cm), in the form of a stem.
Flowers are quite large and reach a diameter of 10-13 cm. Marin root has a double perianth with a cup of five sheets. Petals pink or purple.
Peony seeds are black and slightly shiny. Flowering occurs in late spring, early summer, and fruits appear in August.
Did you know? In nature today there are more than 4,500 types of peonies.
Spread
In nature, the evading peony grows in Europe, in its central and southern parts. In Russia, it can be found in Siberia and the western region of the country. Marin root grows predominantly in the meadows and in mixed sparse forests, but it can also be seen on the meadows of the highlands.
Loves open, well-lit places with fertile land. In the wild, the evading species spreads singly, only occasionally forming small thickets. This plant is listed in the Red Book as a rare endangered species.
We advise you to read about how and when to use medicinal peony.
Chemical composition
The chemical content of the root of the root is not yet fully understood, but it is known that it consists of the following components:
- essential oil;
- carbohydrates (glucose, starch);
- ascorbic acid;
- tannin;
- alkaloids.
Ascorbic acid is also found in flowers and leaves, and the seeds of the plant contain more than 20% fatty oil.
Marin root: medicinal properties
Marin root is a universal remedy for the treatment of many diseases. Peony-based preparations and tinctures have the following healing properties for the body:
- relieve cramps and spasms;
- have anesthetic and oncoprotective effect;
- have anti-inflammatory effects;
- improve appetite and food digestion;
- beneficial effect on the mental state and nervous system;
- reduce pressure;
- normalize the cardiovascular system;
- improve sleep;
- reduce aggressiveness;
- increase endurance and performance.
Evading peony: application
The plant stands out among its own kind of universal application. It is used in medicine, cosmetology, cooking, gardening.
In medicine
For medical purposes, peony root and grass is used quite widely. Tincture on alcohol has a sedative effect and helps with insomnia, increased anxiety, stressful conditions, pressure spikes.
Pine resin, vervain, whitehead, geranium, decoction of oats, catnip, anemone, marigold, lycra, red viburnum, irgu, hops, elder and hawthorn are also used in the fight against insomnia.
She also effectively showed herself in the treatment of the stomach and intestines as a means of restoring metabolism. Preparations based on the root of the root is prescribed as an anesthetic for such diseases:
- gastritis;
- colitis;
- cholecystitis;
- duodenitis.
Important! Chinese traditional healers use tincture to treat various forms of cancer. Peony Dodger is part of some anti-tumor drugs.
Tibetan medicine considers this plant as a remedy for ulcers, epilepsy and diseases associated with nervous disorders.
Also, pion root is used to alleviate the condition in such cases:
- intestinal disorders;
- bleeding;
- gout;
- high blood pressure;
- rheumatism;
- erosion;
- fever;
- diabetes.
In cooking
Marin root was still consumed as a potato in wartime, and they also made flour from it. Today, this plant is used as a seasoning for different dishes. It tastes best with meat products. 
In Mongolia, tea is prepared on its basis. For this, the rhizome is cut into small pieces and fried until golden brown. In addition to tea from the root can be cooked jelly at home. But the most famous use of peony in food is the production of the drink "Baikal".
In cosmetology
As it is known, essential oil prevails in peony. This component is the basis of anti-aging cosmetics that use for such purposes:
- face rejuvenation;
- imparting firmness and elasticity to the skin;
- strengthening and nourishing hair;
To strengthen the hair also use chives, dogwood, pumpkin, lagenaria, sedge, zizifus, nettles, onions and mustard.
- getting rid of dandruff.
As a folk remedy for beauty popular infusion of seeds of root root. They rinse their hair, after which they become stronger and shinier. 
In gardening
Due to its beauty, fragrant odor and unpretentiousness in breeding, evading peony was approved by many gardeners. It is actively used for decorating personal plots and landscape design by professional growers. Ordinary amateur gardeners also loved this plant and planted it with pleasure at their summer cottages.
In gynecology
Apply evading flower and gynecology. Tincture of this plant minimizes the negative effects of menopause in women, relieves them from hot flashes, mood swings, poor sleep, produces a calming and relaxing effect.
In case of menstrual pains, marin root acts as an analgesic and relieves pain and discomfort. Tincture is also effective as an additional therapy in the treatment of female diseases such as tumors and cysts. 
For men
Peony produces a positive impact not only on the female body, but also on the male. Tincture on the petals of this plant increases the potency, and in some embodiments, it can even return the male power.
Did you know? Fresh peony roots by weight can reach 5 kg.
In addition, the stronger sex uses it as a drug in such cases:
- with heart problems;
- with increased pressure;
- in stressful situations and with high fatigue;
- during active physical exertion to increase stamina;
- with problems with joints;
- as a tonic for the whole body.
Possible harm
Drugs based on the root of the root should be taken with caution to people suffering from such diseases:
- increased acidity;
- low pressure;
- renal failure;
- alcoholism;
- brain injury.
Failure to follow instructions can cause harm to the drug instead of benefit. Side effects of medication and tinctures include inhibition of the reaction, since they all have a sedative effect. After their use is not recommended to drive a car.
Important! In uncontrolled doses, marin root shows its toxicity and can be harmful in the form of serious poisoning. Therefore, before you start taking, you need to consult a doctor and determine the duration of treatment.
Contraindications
Peony evading has no categorical contraindications. However, it is not recommended to accept such categories of people:
- pregnant women;
- breastfeeding women;
- children under 12;
- have an increased sensitivity to the components of the substance.
Collection, preparation and storage of raw materials
For therapeutic purposes, use rhizome and grass peony. As a rule, raw materials are prepared during the flowering period (late spring - early summer). As a medicinal product only plants with purple flowers are considered suitable.
During the harvest, the part that grows above the ground is separated from the part that sits in the ground. Roots washed with cold water, cut into pieces of 15 cm and sent for drying. Rhizome and grass are dried separately from each other in the attic or in the air, but under cover. 
Dryers with a temperature of + 50 ... +60 ° С are also used for this process. Dried roots to brittle and dark brown. On the readiness of the product notifies a strong peculiar smell. Blanks are stored no more than three years, after this period they are not recommended to be used.
Recipe tincture
In the conditions of domestic life from peony prepare water and alcohol tinctures. We learn what ingredients are needed for this and how the cooking process goes.
On vodka
To make tincture on vodka, you need to stock up on such components:
- pion root - 10 g;
- Vodka - 100 ml.
The root is cut into small pieces and filled with vodka. The resulting mixture is placed in a cool place without access to light. Shake the infusion once every two days. After three weeks, the liquid is filtered into a glass container, preferably dark. Tincture is ready. 
If taken in the right doses and on a regular basis, the effect will manifest itself in a few days:
- the tension will go away;
- improve mental state;
- sleep will get better;
- increase activity.
Doctors prescribe tincture for such diseases:
- metabolic disease;
- hormonal disruptions;
- vasospasm;
- gastrointestinal problems;
- dermatitis;
- hypertension;
- sexual disorders.
On the water
To prepare the infusion of water requires the following ingredients:
- dry roots - 1 tsp;
- water - 500 ml.
The roots are crushed, the water is boiled. Components are connected and infused for about half an hour. Then the infusion should be filtered and taken three times daily before meals, two tablespoons.
Infusion on water is more benign than vodka, and does not produce such a strong effect. It is prescribed in such cases:
- to improve the appetite;
- in the role of additional therapy in diseases such as hepatitis and high blood pressure;
- in epilepsy (in this case, alcohol-based drugs are excluded).
Growing from seed
When growing a pion evading one should take into account such moments as choosing the best place, proper lighting, frequency of watering and fertilization.
Get acquainted with the secrets of growing tree and narrow-leaved peonies, as well as peon varieties "Sarah Bernard".
Selection and lighting
The plant feels great in spacious areas filled with sunlight. But during the scorching sun, it will not interfere with a small shadow. Planted in shady places, where the light does not penetrate, peonies do not bloom.
Also, when choosing a suitable place for landing, it is necessary to take into account the fact that the martin root likes free spaces with a great access of air. That is why the flower is not planted next to houses, trees and other bushes.
Before placing the plant in the ground, it will be useful to check the soil for groundwater. Peonies planted in such a place simply rot. 
Sowing and reproduction
Peony in the wild reproduces with the help of seeds, and at home it is most often planted by cutting or dividing. These plants germinate very slowly from seeds (usually in the second year after planting).
The process can be accelerated by using seeds collected by yourself. To do this, they are advised to collect immature in the period from late summer to early autumn. After that, they are sown in the ground, deepening by 4-5 cm. During this time, the seedlings undergo two temperature regimes necessary for good growth: from +15 to +30 ° C and from +5 to +10 ° C.
Using this technology, you can get flowers the next season. The purchased seeds are recommended to be soaked for 2 days, so that their shell will soften, and only after that they should be planted in the ground.
Substrate and fertilizer
At home, Marin root needs periodic feeding, which is applied once a month, starting in May. For this mineral fertilizer "Ideal" is used. They are bred according to the instructions and watered through a watering can.
To increase the effect and duration of action, laundry detergent or laundry soap is added to top dressing (10 liters per 1 tablespoon). In addition, peony fertilized with nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus to enhance the growth of buds.
Watering and moisture
Fill evading peony is not recommended, because it can quickly disappear. However, in order to “water” an adult bush, you need to pour 2 buckets of water under it. For convenience, ponds are planted along the bushes, and drainage is performed through it.
This process is especially important in early spring with the appearance of buds and in August, when buds appear. After watering, the ground must be plowed up. This allows the soil to better accumulate moisture, and the air is easier to penetrate to the roots. 
Diseases and pests
Marin root is considered to be a fairly resistant plant for various types of diseases. However, some problems are not alien to him. The unpleasant flower disease faced by peony breeders is gray rot. For the prevention of this disease, apply Bordeaux fluid.
The procedure is carried out in early spring with the advent of the first shoots. It is necessary to water a bush three times with a break in 10 days. One bush takes up to 3 liters of solution. The second problem of peonies is rust. To prevent it, the leaves of the plant are treated with a special solution based on copper chloride, and then watered with colloidal sulfur. To enhance the effect in the tool rub the soap.
As you can see, the evading peony has a variety of applications: in medicine, cooking, cosmetology, gardening. Its healing properties help people overcome many diseases and alleviate their condition during difficult life periods. 
Contraindications for drugs and tinctures based on this plant are minimal. However, prior to admission, it is recommended to consult a specialized physician.
