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Pheasant's eyes (Adonis)
Pheasant's eyes is a genus of about 20–30 species of flowering plants of the crowfoot family, Ranunculaceae, native to Europe and Asia. They are cultivated for use in gardens, and have been introduced to North America. The species grow to 10 to 40 cm in height, with feathery, finely divided leaves. Their flowers are red, yellow or orange and have 5–30 petals. 
Lifespan
Perennial
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Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
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Pheasant's eyes is a genus of plants that are fairly easy to grow. Basic care needs include full to partial sun exposure, moderate watering, and well-drained soil. The ideal temperature for growth is around 15-25°C. The common challenges of pheasant's eyes are aphids and powdery mildew. Seasonal considerations include pruning in early spring, increased watering in summer, and reduced water supply in winter. Growth can occur in various types of soil as long as it is not waterlogged, making it suitable for diverse conditions.
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Amur adonis
Amur adonis is named for the Greek god Adonis and has ephemeral characteristics. The plant may bloom during the early spring or late winter. It is native to the Amur River, where it got the first part of its name. The flowers have heavy, waxy, yellow petals, and they usually attract butterflies.
Spring pheasant's eye
Spring pheasant's eye (Adonis vernalis) is native to Eurasia, where it often grows in dry meadows and forest clearings. It is a member of the buttercup family and produces attractive lemon-yellow flowers. It is often cultivated for ornamental purposes, but it is also a highly poisonous plant.
Pheasant's eye
A member of the buttercup family, pheasant's eye (Adonis aestivalis) is named for its resemblance to the orange-red color of a pheasant's eye. The bold petals also feature an inner, dark purple ring. Pheasant's eye is native to Southern Europe but has become widespread in American pastures. It is toxic to pigs and horses.
New year's day grass
The flowering period is early spring, and yellow flowers of 3 to 4 cm bloom. At first, the stem does not grow and only the flowers are attached on the short wrapped stalks, but gradually the stems and leaves grow and some flowers bloom. This flower uses petals to gather sunlight at the center of the flower, and its heat attracts insects. Therefore, it opens and closes in response to sunlight (opens when sunlight hits and closes when the sun goes down). The leaves are finely divided. The root has many straight and thick things like burdock.
Pheasant's eye
Like their Greek mythology namesake, pheasant's eye (Adonis annua) are strikingly attractive, with bold red, eight-petaled, bowl-shaped flowers. The flowers were all but wiped out throughout Britain with the rise of herbicides and remain endangered in the UK. Despite their beauty, pheasant's eye and its relatives are toxic for humans and livestock including horses, pigs, cows and sheep.
Large pheasant's eye
Large pheasant's eye is a frost-hardy annual that is often grown for ornamental purposes due to its beautiful red flowers. This plant prefers calcareous soils. It derives its Latin name Adonis flammea from the myth about the red blood of the Greek god Adonis and the Latin word flammea, meaning flame-like, in reference to the color of this plant's flowers.
Adonis davidii
Adonis davidii is a perennial herb found growing wildly in the forests, grassy slopes, and riverbanks of Indochina. Its fern-like leaves and sunny-side-up flowers make it quite cute, and it has seen increasing popularity as an ornamental herb. Adonis davidii attracts plenty of pollinators and thrives in shady, muddy, and wet environments.
Small pheasant's-eye
Adonis microcarpa, commonly known as small-fruit pheasant's-eye or red chamomile, is an annual herbaceous plant. The species is native to western Asia and southern Europe and is naturalised in Australia. It grows to 50 cm high, has finely divided foliage and red flowers with black centres.
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Amur adonis
Amur adonis
Amur adonis is named for the Greek god Adonis and has ephemeral characteristics. The plant may bloom during the early spring or late winter. It is native to the Amur River, where it got the first part of its name. The flowers have heavy, waxy, yellow petals, and they usually attract butterflies.
Spring pheasant's eye
Spring pheasant's eye
Spring pheasant's eye (Adonis vernalis) is native to Eurasia, where it often grows in dry meadows and forest clearings. It is a member of the buttercup family and produces attractive lemon-yellow flowers. It is often cultivated for ornamental purposes, but it is also a highly poisonous plant.
Pheasant's eye
Pheasant's eye
A member of the buttercup family, pheasant's eye (Adonis aestivalis) is named for its resemblance to the orange-red color of a pheasant's eye. The bold petals also feature an inner, dark purple ring. Pheasant's eye is native to Southern Europe but has become widespread in American pastures. It is toxic to pigs and horses.
New year's day grass
New year's day grass
The flowering period is early spring, and yellow flowers of 3 to 4 cm bloom. At first, the stem does not grow and only the flowers are attached on the short wrapped stalks, but gradually the stems and leaves grow and some flowers bloom. This flower uses petals to gather sunlight at the center of the flower, and its heat attracts insects. Therefore, it opens and closes in response to sunlight (opens when sunlight hits and closes when the sun goes down). The leaves are finely divided. The root has many straight and thick things like burdock.
Pheasant's eye
Pheasant's eye
Like their Greek mythology namesake, pheasant's eye (Adonis annua) are strikingly attractive, with bold red, eight-petaled, bowl-shaped flowers. The flowers were all but wiped out throughout Britain with the rise of herbicides and remain endangered in the UK. Despite their beauty, pheasant's eye and its relatives are toxic for humans and livestock including horses, pigs, cows and sheep.
Large pheasant's eye
Large pheasant's eye
Large pheasant's eye is a frost-hardy annual that is often grown for ornamental purposes due to its beautiful red flowers. This plant prefers calcareous soils. It derives its Latin name Adonis flammea from the myth about the red blood of the Greek god Adonis and the Latin word flammea, meaning flame-like, in reference to the color of this plant's flowers.
Adonis davidii
Adonis davidii
Adonis davidii is a perennial herb found growing wildly in the forests, grassy slopes, and riverbanks of Indochina. Its fern-like leaves and sunny-side-up flowers make it quite cute, and it has seen increasing popularity as an ornamental herb. Adonis davidii attracts plenty of pollinators and thrives in shady, muddy, and wet environments.
Small pheasant's-eye
Small pheasant's-eye
Adonis microcarpa, commonly known as small-fruit pheasant's-eye or red chamomile, is an annual herbaceous plant. The species is native to western Asia and southern Europe and is naturalised in Australia. It grows to 50 cm high, has finely divided foliage and red flowers with black centres.
Adonis aestivalis subsp. squarrosa
Adonis aestivalis subsp. squarrosa
Adonis aestivalis subsp. squarrosa is distinguished by its feathery, deeply cut leaves and bright, cup-shaped summer blossoms. Unique to this subspecies, the distinctively spiky bracts beneath the flowers nod to its name 'squarrosa'. Thriving in open, sunny fields, this annual's root system is adapted to moderate drought, supporting its vivid blooms through the season.
Pyrenean pheasant's eye
Pyrenean pheasant's eye
Adonis pyrenaica has an erect and a little pubescent stem, forming thick tufts measuring approximately 10 to 30 cm. Leaves of this plant are alternate, the lower ones have a long petiole. The plant produces inflorescences showing from one to three yellow flowers, with petals of about 1 to 1.5 cm. The yellow sepals may be glabrous or slightly hairy.
Adonis volgensis
Adonis volgensis
Adonis volgensis is characterized by vivid yellow blooms that herald the arrival of spring in Eastern European grasslands. These blossoms rest atop slender stems, surrounded by fine, feathery foliage. This herbaceous perennial prefers sun-lit, well-drained soils, and its bulbous root system equips it to endure the cold, dry winters of its native habitat.
Adonis sibirica
Adonis sibirica
Adonis sibirica is a hardy perennial known for its vibrant yellow blooms resembling buttercups that thrive in the open woodlands and steppes of Siberia. Each flower sits atop a slender stem with feathery leaves, an adaptation to its airy, sunlit habitats. These blossoms are a beacon for pollinators during the brief northern summer, demonstrating adonis sibirica's resilience in cold climates.
Adonis villosa
Adonis villosa
Adonis villosa, a hardy perennial, casts a striking figure with its vibrant yellow flowers against soft, furry leaves. Flourishing in rocky outcrops and well-drained soils, its distinctive long, silky hairs protect it from harsh mountainous climates. While it thrives in full sunlight, adonis villosa remains rare and elusive, a jewel of the high-altitude flora.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
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More Genus
Pheasant's eyes
Adonis
Pheasant's eyes is a genus of about 20–30 species of flowering plants of the crowfoot family, Ranunculaceae, native to Europe and Asia. They are cultivated for use in gardens, and have been introduced to North America. The species grow to 10 to 40 cm in height, with feathery, finely divided leaves. Their flowers are red, yellow or orange and have 5–30 petals.
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Pheasant's eyes
Feedback
Attributes of Pheasant's eyes
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Scientific Classification of Pheasant's eyes
Distribution of Pheasant's eyes
Feedback
Distribution Map of Pheasant's eyes
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Pheasant's eyes
Feedback
Pheasant's eyes is a genus of plants that are fairly easy to grow. Basic care needs include full to partial sun exposure, moderate watering, and well-drained soil. The ideal temperature for growth is around 15-25°C. The common challenges of pheasant's eyes are aphids and powdery mildew. Seasonal considerations include pruning in early spring, increased watering in summer, and reduced water supply in winter. Growth can occur in various types of soil as long as it is not waterlogged, making it suitable for diverse conditions.
How to Water Pheasant's eyes?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Pheasant's eyes?
How to Propagate Pheasant's eyes?
How to Plant Pheasant's eyes?
Exploring the Pheasant's eyes Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Amur adonis
Amur adonis is named for the Greek god Adonis and has ephemeral characteristics. The plant may bloom during the early spring or late winter. It is native to the Amur River, where it got the first part of its name. The flowers have heavy, waxy, yellow petals, and they usually attract butterflies.
Spring pheasant's eye
Spring pheasant's eye (Adonis vernalis) is native to Eurasia, where it often grows in dry meadows and forest clearings. It is a member of the buttercup family and produces attractive lemon-yellow flowers. It is often cultivated for ornamental purposes, but it is also a highly poisonous plant.
Pheasant's eye
A member of the buttercup family, pheasant's eye (Adonis aestivalis) is named for its resemblance to the orange-red color of a pheasant's eye. The bold petals also feature an inner, dark purple ring. Pheasant's eye is native to Southern Europe but has become widespread in American pastures. It is toxic to pigs and horses.
New year's day grass
The flowering period is early spring, and yellow flowers of 3 to 4 cm bloom. At first, the stem does not grow and only the flowers are attached on the short wrapped stalks, but gradually the stems and leaves grow and some flowers bloom. This flower uses petals to gather sunlight at the center of the flower, and its heat attracts insects. Therefore, it opens and closes in response to sunlight (opens when sunlight hits and closes when the sun goes down). The leaves are finely divided. The root has many straight and thick things like burdock.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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