Pheasant’s-eye (Adonis microcarpa, Syst. nat. 1:223. 1817)

Family: Ranunculaceae

Author: DC.

Bibliography: Syst. nat. 1:223. 1817

Year: 1817

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Adonis

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe to Iran, N. Africa

Description

The Pheasant’s-eye is a captivating plant with the scientific name Adonis microcarpa, belonging to the Ranunculaceae family. Documented in the early 19th century, specifically in 1817, by the noted botanical author DC., this species holds a rich historical and botanical significance.

Adonis microcarpa is adeptly named for its charmingly ornamental appearance, often drawing a visual parallel to the striking and vivid plumage seen in pheasants. Its natural habitat spans a wide geographical range, extending from various parts of Europe across to Iran and covering regions in North Africa. This broad distribution speaks to the plant’s adaptability to various climates and soil conditions found within these extensive areas.

The Pheasant’s-eye is characterized by its alluring flowers, typically featuring vibrant hues that make them a favored choice among garden enthusiasts and plant collectors alike. These blooms not only add aesthetic value but also contribute to the biodiversity of the regions where they naturally occur.

In summary, Adonis microcarpa, or Pheasant’s-eye, is a distinguished member of the Ranunculaceae family, offering a striking blend of beauty and ecological presence across its native regions from Europe to Iran and North Africa. Its historical documentation and widespread natural occurrence make it a subject of continued botanical interest and appreciation.

Common Names

Deu: kleinfrüchtiges adonisröschen
Spa: ojo de perdiz
Eng: pheasant’s-eye, red chamomile, small-fruit pheasant’s-eye
En: Pheasant’s-eye, Red chamomile, Small-fruit pheasant’s-eye, Small Pheasant’s-eye
Ar: أدونيس صغير الثمر
Fi: Pikkuruusuleinikki
Fr: Adonis à petits fruits
De: Kleinfrüchtiges Adonisröschen, Kleinfrüchtiges Blutströpfchen
He: דמומית קטנת-פרי
It: Adonide a fiore piccolo
Fa: آدونیس میکروکارپا
Es: Ojo de perdiz, Renículos

Synonyms

• Adonis dentata subsp. microcarpa ((DC.) Riedl)
• Adonis dentata var. microcarpa ((DC.) Hochr.)
• Adonis aestivalis subsp. microcarpa ((DC.) Holmboe)

Distribution

• Albania (native)
• Algeria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Canary Is. (native)
• Cyprus (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• Egypt (native)
• France (native)
• Greece (native)
• Iran (native)
• Iraq (native)
• Italy (native)
• Krym (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Libya (native)
• Madeira (native)
• Morocco (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• Spain (native)
• Tunisia (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• New South Wales (introduced)
• Northern Territory (introduced)
• Queensland (introduced)
• South Australia (introduced)
• Tasmania (introduced)
• Victoria (introduced)
• Western Australia (introduced)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Apr 27, 2022 by Ortega Miguel Ángel (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 13, 2017 by César Gonzalez (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 26, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Hélène LABALTE (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 22, 2018 by Ricardo Aperador Rubio (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 28, 2021 by Centeno Juan D (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Apr 19, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 20, 2021 by Bertolin Jorge (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 28, 2021 by Centeno Juan D (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 20, 2021 by Bertolin Jorge (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 26, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Patrick LEBOULENGER (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Apr 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2016 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Mar 15, 2009 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Sep 14, 2022 by M. Hedayat (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Apr 19, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 13, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Etienne URRUSTOY (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Apr 25, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 26, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Patrick LEBOULENGER (cc-by-sa)

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© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:708126-1)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5616463)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Adonis microcarpa DC.)

Specifications

Growth