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Spring Pheasant's Eye (Adonis vernalis)

Adonis vernalis, Spring Pheasant's Eye, is a perennial herb with large, bright yellow flowers in early spring. It is toxic if ingested.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile loam with a neutral to alkaline pH.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in early spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce watering during dormancy.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile loam with a neutral to alkaline pH.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Tolerates light frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in early spring.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.2-0.4 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound, deeply divided

Flower Size

5-8 cm

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Synonyms
Adonanthe vernalis (L.) Spach
Adoniastrum vernale (L.) Schur
Adonis dahurica Ledeb. ex Rchb.
Adonis helleborus Crantz
Adonis pratensis Ledeb.
Anemone consiligo Baill.
Chrysocyathus vernalis (L.) Holub
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRanunculales
  • familyRanunculaceae
  • genusAdonis
  • speciesAdonis vernalis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Edible

No

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