Adonis aleppica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aleppica
ID:
521789
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 16: 50 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521121
Common Names
- Aleppo Adonis
- Aleppo Pheasant's Eye
- Aleppo Pheasants-eye
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- Adonis fulgens Hochst. [unknown]
Description
Adonis aleppica (also called Aleppo pheasant's eye, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. The plant has a slender stem and long, narrow leaves, with a cluster of small, yellow flowers at the top.
Uses & Benefits
Adonis aleppica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Adonis aleppica has yellow flowers with yellow centers. Seeds: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adonis aleppica is an annual plant that can be propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is best grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Adonis aleppica
Adonis aleppica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Adonis aleppica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adonis aleppica?
Adonis aleppica
What is the common name of Adonis aleppica?
Aleppo pheasant's eye
What is the habitat of Adonis aleppica?
It grows in meadows, pastures, and other open, sunny areas
Species in the Adonis genus
Adonis aestivalis, Adonis aleppica, Adonis amurensis, Adonis annua, Adonis apennina, Adonis bobroviana, Adonis coerulea, Adonis chrysocyathus, Adonis creticus, Adonis cyllenea, Adonis davidii, Adonis dentata, Adonis distorta, Adonis eriocalycina, Adonis flammea, Adonis globosa, Adonis hybrida, Adonis leiosepala, Adonis microcarpa, Adonis mongolica, Adonis multiflora, Adonis nepalensis, Adonis palaestina, Adonis pseudoamurensis, Adonis pyrenaica, Adonis ramosa, Adonis shikokuensis, Adonis sutchuenensis, Adonis tianschanicus, Adonis turkestanica, Adonis vernalis, Adonis villosa, Adonis volgensis, Adonis wolgensis, Adonis hybrida,
Species in the Ranunculaceae family
Aconitum soyaense, Aconitum abietetorum, Aconitum acutiusculum, Aconitum ajanense, Aconitum alboflavidum, Aconitum alboviolaceum, Aconitum alpino-nepalense, Aconitum ambiguum, Aconitum amplexicaule, Aconitum angulatum, Aconitum angusticassidatum, Aconitum angustifolium, Aconitum anthora, Aconitum apetalum, Aconitum aquilonare, Aconitum artemisiifolium, Aconitum assamicum, Aconitum atlanticum, Aconitum austriacum, Aconitum austrokoreense, Aconitum axilliflorum, Aconitum azumiense, Aconitum baburinii, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum bailangense, Aconitum barbatum, Aconitum baumgartenianum, Aconitum berdaui, Aconitum bhedingense, Aconitum bicolor, Aconitum biflorum, Aconitum brachypodum, Aconitum bracteolatum, Aconitum brevicalcaratum, Aconitum brevilimbum, Aconitum brevipetalum, Aconitum brunneum, Aconitum bucovinense, Aconitum bujbense, Aconitum bulbilliferum, Aconitum bulleyanum, Aconitum burnatii, Aconitum calthifolium, Aconitum cammarum, Aconitum campylorrhynchum, Aconitum cannabifolium, Aconitum carmichaelii, Aconitum changianum, Aconitum charkeviczii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2623053: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.