Adonis aestivalis
Pheasant's eye
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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.

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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.

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