@Article{phyton.2026.083046,
AUTHOR = {Abel Bala, Monica Hârţa, Doina Clapa, Floricuţa Ranga, Doina Angela Pui, Mirela Irina Cordea},
TITLE = {Anthocyanin Profile and Color Diversity in Paeonia: From Phytochemical Analysis to Aesthetic Preferences},
JOURNAL = {Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany},
VOLUME = {},
YEAR = {},
NUMBER = {},
PAGES = {{pages}},
URL = {http://www.techscience.com/phyton/online/detail/27301},
ISSN = {1851-5657},
ABSTRACT = {This study presents an interdisciplinary approach to the chromatic diversity of the genus Paeonia, combining quantitative colorimetric analysis (CIELab and RHS systems) with biochemical profiling of anthocyanins across 14 genotypes. The results indicate a correlation between the biochemical composition of the petals and their visual appearance, suggesting that the intensity and distribution of certain pigments—mainly cyanidin and peonidin derivatives—determine the hue and saturation of the flowers. HPLC analysis revealed quantitative variation in pigmentation: dark-red genotypes showed high levels of anthocyanins (e.g., P. tenuifolia ‘Flore-Plena’), whereas these compounds were not detected in yellow genotypes. In parallel, the evaluation of aesthetic preferences revealed a public bias toward pink shades and bicolor variants, highlighting the importance of shape and fragrance in the perception of ornamental quality. By correlating analytical data with visual attractiveness factors, the study provides relevant information for future selection strategies aimed at developing varieties that align phytochemical characteristics with the requirements of the ornamental market.},
DOI = {10.32604/phyton.2026.083046}
}