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Pheasant's eye

How to identify Pheasant's eye (Adonis aestivalis)

Pheasant's eye, also known as Summer adonis

Pheasant's eye is characterized by its vibrant red flowers, each with a dark spot at the base, resembling the eye of a pheasant. It usually reaches a height of 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) and blooms in the warmer months. The foliage is finely dissected, giving it a feathery appearance. The striking blossoms are borne singly atop slender stalks, with the petals displaying a satiny sheen and the centers featuring a prominent tuft of yellow stamens. The plant presents a delicate yet eye-catching addition to any garden.

Lifespan

Lifespan: Annual, Perennial, Biennial

Plant Type

Plant Type: Herb

Leaf Type

Leaf Type: Deciduous

Quickly Identify Pheasant's eye

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Vivid red flowers with a dark basal spot resembling a pheasant's eye.

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Feathery, finely dissected foliage giving a delicate appearance.

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Buttercup-like waxy petals in red-purple, scarlet, orange, or yellow.

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Distinctive purple-black anthers in 1-2 inch (2.5-5 cm) diameter flowers.

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Erect, elongated cluster of green, cone-shaped seed pods with 10-15 achenes.

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Detailed Traits of Pheasant's eye

Leaf Features

The leaves of pheasant's eye exhibit a feathery-like appearance due to their pinnately divided structure. Each simple leaf alternates along the stem and is divided 2-3 times into linear segments, resembling the delicate, lacy look of fern or fennel leaves. The segments are narrow and elongated, providing a fine texture. The leaves vary in length but typically measure around 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) long. This intricate dissection results in a visually intricate and airy foliage pattern.

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Flower Features

Pheasant's eye features small, solitary flowers on slender stems, with buttercup-like waxy petals in vivid hues of red-purple, scarlet, orange, or yellow. Some variants exhibit a striking dark purple basal blotch at the center. Each flower typically measures around 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) in diameter. The anthers are a distinctive purple-black. These blooms appear during the summer months, adding vibrant color to their surroundings.

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Stem Features

The stem of pheasant's eye is light green and erect, typically measuring between 8 to 24 inches (20 to 60 cm) in height. It exhibits a grooved texture along its length and has a sparsely branched structure. The stem's grooves and light green coloration are key identification features, contributing to its distinct appearance.

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Fruit Features

The fruit of pheasant's eye is characterized by a prominent, erect, elongated cluster of green, cone-shaped seed pods originating from where the flower once was. Each individual oblong spike contains approximately 10-15 achenes, which are small, dry, and single-seeded. In total, a fruiting pheasant's eye can yield about 114 seeds. These seed pods display a unique geometric arrangement, which can be pivotal for identification.

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Key Facts About Pheasant's eye

Attributes of Pheasant's eye
Lifespan
Annual, Perennial, Biennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
20 cm to 1 m
Spread
15 cm to 20 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Stem Color
Green
Red
Leaf type
Deciduous
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Scientific Classification of Pheasant's eye

Family
Buttercup
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Pheasant's eye (Adonis aestivalis)
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Distribution Map of Pheasant's eye

Pheasant's eye is originally native to Mediterranean regions and parts of Eurasia. The plant has also been introduced to various other regions, primarily across temperate zones of Europe and Asia, where it is found in cultivated settings, demonstrating its adaptability beyond its native range.
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