Adonis annua subsp. annua
Adonis annua subsp. annua, commonly known as autumn adonis, is a delicate perennial herb valued in traditional medicine. Characterized by its bright yellow blossoms, this plant contains bioactive glycosides. While historically used to treat cardiovascular conditions, its potency requires careful handling due to potential toxicity in incorrect dosages.
- Scientific name: Adonis annua subsp. annua
- Family: Ranunculaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Ranunculales. Ultimately, it is a member of the family Ranunculaceae and is specifically identified under 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 |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across the northern regions of Europe. It can be found growing within the borders of Finland and Sweden. Furthermore, its range extends to the territories of Norway. The species is also present in Great Britain and Ireland. Collectively, these locations define its documented presence throughout Northern Europe.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
Activities
Adonis annua subsp. annua has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |