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(Adonis annua)
Pheasant’s-Eye (Adonis annua)
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Pablo Alberto Salguero Quiles
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Adonis annua, commonly known as Pheasant’s-Eye, is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region, including plains and grasslands, as well as fields and open spaces in Europe and West Asia. It typically grows to a height and width of approximately 1 foot (0.3 meters). Pheasant’s-Eye is characterized by its finely dissected leaves and showy flowers that bloom in spring and early summer, featuring a range of colors from bright yellow to deep red with a dark center, resembling an eye.
Pheasant’s-Eye is valued for its ornamental flowers which can add vibrant color to annual borders, wildflower meadows, and cottage gardens. It is relatively easy to grow from seed and can be used to create a succession of color when planted alongside other annuals. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate light shade and requires moderate watering. It is adaptable to a variety of soil types, provided they have good drainage. However, it is not commonly found in cultivation due to its toxicity and the availability of more popular garden annuals. Gardeners should be aware that all parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested, and it can be a skin irritant.CC BY-SA 4.0
Pheasant’s-Eye is valued for its ornamental flowers which can add vibrant color to annual borders, wildflower meadows, and cottage gardens. It is relatively easy to grow from seed and can be used to create a succession of color when planted alongside other annuals. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate light shade and requires moderate watering. It is adaptable to a variety of soil types, provided they have good drainage. However, it is not commonly found in cultivation due to its toxicity and the availability of more popular garden annuals. Gardeners should be aware that all parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested, and it can be a skin irritant.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.8-1.3 feet
- Width: 0.615-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow, Orange, Red
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Plains, grasslands, fields, and open spaces in the Mediterranean region, Europe, and West Asia
Other Names
Common Names: Blooddrops, Autumn Adonis, Bird’s-Eye, Adonis’ Flower, Phesant’s Eye, Herbst-Adonisröschen, Adonis Annuelle, Red Chamomile, Red Morocco, Rose-A-Ruby
Scientific Names: , Adonis annua, Adonis aestivalis, Adonis autumnalis, Adonis annua var. annua, Adonis baetica, Adonis annua subsp. baetica, Adonis micrantha, Adonis annua subsp. autumnalis, Adonis phoenicea
GBIF Accepted Name: Adonis annua L.