Magazine  (Sep 1977)  Page(s) 22.  
 
"Botanical Descriptions of 40 Saunders Lutea Hybrids" by Dr. David Reath and Silvia Saunders
...These descriptions aim to provide the nurseryman and the average gardener with a means of determining the differences between the hybrids, many of which are very similar indeed...
Savage Splendor—Very single. The petals, ruffled and twisted, are lilac; flared and veined pearl, gold and purple. Flares "black", make a large dramatic heart. Filaments crimson. Stigmas rosy pink; sheath crimson-purple. Anthers "naked".

Article (magazine)  (Jan 1955)  Page(s) 25.  
 
Varieties Raised in America. All by Professor Saunders...
The "Mystery Group." Ivories, pearled shades, suffused mauves, single to double...
'Savage Splendor,' (1950)

Magazine  (Mar 1954)  Page(s) 22.  
 
Hybrid Tree Peonies
...By far the most important work with these hybrids has been done by Prof. A. P. Saunders and his originations now number about 80. Their color range is truly remarkable. [...]
The list of hybrid tree peonies following is up to date as far as we could make it.
Originations of A. P. Saunders, Clinton, N.Y.
Hybrids of suggruticosa, lutea and Delavayi.
Savage Splendor, Single, ivory, purple and maroon. 1952.