Adonis aleppica
Adonis aleppica, commonly known as Aleppo Adonis, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean region, it features striking yellow flowers. Traditionally used in folk medicine, this plant contains bioactive glycosides, making it a subject of interest for its diverse pharmacological potential.
- Scientific name: Adonis aleppica
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified within the order Ranunculales and the family Ranunculaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic designation is within the genus Adonis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ranunculales | WCVP |
| Family | Ranunculaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Adonis | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Adonis aleppiica, is recognized by various regional common names depending on the language. In Arabic, it is referred to as أدونيس حلبي, and in Chinese, it is commonly called 叙利亚侧金盏花.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | أدونيس حلبي | Wikidata |
| zh | 叙利亚侧金盏花 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Adonis aleppica, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across the Western Asian region. It can be found growing within the borders of Iraq, spanning various local habitats. Additionally, its presence is well-documented throughout the territories of Lebanon and Syria. The species also extends its reach into the diverse landscapes of Türkiye. Together, these locations define the primary natural range for this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Adonis aleppica has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include cymarose, sarmentose.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| cymarose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sarmentose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |