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Adonis aestivalis Pheasant's eye (1 Page of 5) The Adonis aestivalis plant species is found in S. Europe, N. Africa. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Pheasant's eye. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Adonis aestivalis Common Name: Pheasant's eye Family: Ranunculaceae Author: L. Known Hazards: A toxic principle is present in very small quantities in the plant[13, 19, 65]. It is poorly absorbed so poisoning is unlikely[65]. The plant is poisonous to horses[240]. Mature Height: 0.3 Mature Width: Habitat: Cornfields, usually on calcareous soils.
Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown in situ as soon as it is ripe in the autumn[1], though it can also be sown in situ in the spring[134].
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