**Purple Peony (Dicentra spectabilis)**
**Common Names:** Jingle Grass, Rabbit Peony, Fish Peony
**Genus:** Dicentra
**Native Region:** China
**Morphological Features:**
Purple peony is a perennial herb with thick underground rhizomes that resemble angelica. It typically grows between 30 cm and 60 cm in height. The leaves are opposite, long-stalked, and three-pinnately compound, with obovate-shaped leaflets that have notched edges and a wedge-shaped base. The foliage resembles that of a peony, hence the common name.
The plant produces racemes of flowers on slender, arching stems. Each flower has four petals arranged in a cross: the outer two are pink or rose-red, forming a heart-like shape with a sac-like base at the bottom—this is why it's called "Purse Peony." The inner two petals are white and elongated, extending outward like a bell, which gives rise to the nickname "Jingle Grass."
It blooms from April to June, followed by slender, rounded capsules containing small seeds with a crown-like apex.
**Growth Habits:**
Purple peony thrives in cool, humid conditions and prefers well-drained, loose soils such as sandy or clay loam. It does not tolerate direct sunlight and prefers partial shade. It is ideal for shaded gardens, under large trees, beneath trellises, or on east- or north-facing balconies.
During summer dormancy, it should be placed in a shady, well-ventilated area, away from direct light. Regular misting around the base helps maintain humidity and lower temperatures.
**Landscape Use:**
With its elegant foliage and striking flowers, Purple peony is a great addition to flower borders, mixed beds, or potted arrangements. It can also be used to decorate courtyards or public spaces.
**Medicinal Uses:**
In traditional medicine, Purple peony is valued for its healing properties. The roots can be crushed and applied with wine to treat sores and blisters. It is also used to reduce swelling when applied directly to affected areas.
**Legends and Folklore:**
According to an old tale, centuries ago, in a town near Luoyang called Temple, there was a custom among newlyweds. The bride would present her groom with a beautifully embroidered purse made of enamel. This tradition symbolized love and commitment. If a girl couldn’t afford to make one herself, her family or neighbors would help.
There was a talented young woman named Yu, known for her exquisite embroidery skills. Her floral patterns were so realistic that butterflies would land on them. Many suitors tried to win her hand, but she rejected them all. One young man, who had once been banished from the village, returned but was still denied. Heartbroken, he never received a purse.
Yu, longing for him, spent months embroidering purses filled with her thoughts and emotions, hanging each one on the peonies outside her window. Over time, the purses grew together, forming a unique cluster that came to be known as the "Purse Peony"—a symbol of love, patience, and artistry.
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