Adonis vernalis Pheasant's eye (Ranunculaceae)

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Adonis vernalis
Pheasant's eye
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The Adonis vernalis plant species is found in C. and S. Europe 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 vernalis
Common Name:  Pheasant's eye
Family:  Ranunculaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  A toxic principle is present in very small quantities in the plant[7, 9, 13, 19, 65]. It is poorly absorbed so poisoning is unlikely[65].

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Sunny grassy hills on dry calcareous soils[9]. A rare plant in most of its range, it has legal protection from gathering in most countries[238].

Cultivation Notes: Grows well in any ordinary garden soil that is not too heavy[1]. Prefers a moist well-drained soil in sun or semi-shade[4, 200]. Easily grown in a very well-drained rather dry soil in sun or part shade[187]. This plant is adored by slugs and is therefore very difficult to grow in the open garden where slugs are common[187]. A very ornamental plant[1], it is rather rare in the wild so only cultivated plants should be harvested[7]. A greedy plant inhibiting the growth of nearby plants, especially legumes[54].

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