Paeonia obovata subsp. japonica

Paeonia obovata subsp. japonica is a subspecies of the Paeonia obovata species, which is part of the Paeoniaceae family. It was formally described in 1997 by Halda, building on earlier work by Makino. This subspecies is found in Japan and is recognized for its distinct characteristics that differentiate it from other subspecies within the Paeonia obovata species. The Paeoniaceae family includes herbaceous and woody peonies, known for their showy flowers and ornamental value. Paeonia obovata subsp. japonica contributes to the diversity of peonies in its native region and is of interest to botanists and horticulturists.