Deep Red Peony Flower With Bright Yellow Stamens, Set Against Lobed Leaves Royalty-Free Stock Photo

The peony or paeony is a flowering plant native to Asia, Europe and Western North America. With 33 known species, most are herbaceous perennials with compound, deeply lobed leaves and large bisexual flowers ranging from purple and pink to red, white or yellow. Peonies are popular garden plants in temperate regions and are also sold as cut flowers on a large scale.