What is paeonia cambessedesii?

Paeonia cambessedesii, also known as the Balearic peony, is a rare and endangered species of flowering plant in the peony family (Paeoniaceae). It is native to the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea, specifically on the islands of Mallorca and Menorca.

This species is characterized by its large, showy flowers with five pink petals and a yellow center. The plants grow up to 1 meter in height and bloom in the spring. Paeonia cambessedesii prefers well-drained, calcareous soils in sunny or partially shaded areas.

Due to habitat loss, overgrazing, and other human activities, Paeonia cambessedesii is considered critically endangered and is protected under national and international conservation laws. Efforts are being made to conserve and protect the remaining populations of this rare and beautiful plant.