PAEONIA ANOMALA L. FROM ALTAI FLORA IN THE KOLA NORTH CONDITIONS (MURMANSK REGION)

The paper presents the results of a long-term comparative study of Paeonia anomala L. plants form two ecotypes most characteristic for the Altai Mountain (foothill and highland) in the conditions of Kirovsk (Murmansk region). It was found that during the introduction, Altai plants of anomalous peony successfully pass the entire cycle of development in new conditions, which indicates the broad adaptive capabilities in this species. The features of the seasonal development rhythms, plant ontogenesis and seeds germination of these ecotypes in primary culture are revealed. Recommendations on the reproduction and cultivation of these plants in the conditions of the Kola North are given.