Yellow Pheasant's-eye is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the European steppes, including Serbian grasslands. It is an important early nectar source for bees, flowering in early spring before the leaves fully develop. The plant features finely dissected, feathery foliage and bright yellow flowers. It plays a role in early spring pollinator support and can be integrated into a food forest as a ground cover layer. Historically, it has been used in traditional medicine for heart conditions due to its cardiac glycosides, though it is toxic and should not be used without medical supervision. In agroecology, it can be part of a guild with other early-flowering plants to support pollinators.
Growing Details
Yellow Pheasant's-eye thrives in well-drained, alkaline soils with full sun exposure. It requires a cold winter period to bloom effectively. Mulching with organic matter can help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Companion plants include other early bloomers like crocuses and snowdrops, which can enhance pollinator attraction. Avoid overwatering as the plant is drought-tolerant and goes dormant in summer heat. Common mistakes include planting in overly wet or shaded areas, which can lead
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medicinal uses: Historically used for heart conditions due to cardiac glycosides. TOXIC - not recommended for modern use without medical supervision.
health concerns: TOXIC - contains cardiac glycosides that can be dangerous. Not for consumption.
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Botanical data
specie: Adonis vernalis
common names: Yellow Pheasant's-eye, Spring Adonis
family: Ranunculaceae
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genus: Adonis
Growing Conditions
area needed: 0.1 m
spacing: 0.3 m
growing difficulty: High
Deciduous / Evergreen: Deciduous
Seed Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 15ยฐC / 10ยฐC / 20ยฐC
Plant Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 15ยฐC / -5ยฐC / 25ยฐC
water demands: Medium
humidity: Low
light demands: High
root type: Shallow
frost tender:
hardness:โโโโโโโโโโ(6/10)
first harvest: 0 years
life span: 10 years
succession:
growth rate: Fast
max height: 0.4 m
max width: 0.3 m
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Light (Sandy)
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flower type:
Hermaphrodite
growth details: Yellow Pheasant's-eye thrives in well-drained, alkaline soils with full sun exposure. It requires a cold winter period to bloom effectively. Mulching with organic matter can help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Companion plants include other early bloomers like crocuses and snowdrops, which can enhance pollinator attraction. Avoid overwatering as the plant is drought-tolerant and goes dormant in summer heat. Common mistakes include planting in overly wet or shaded areas, which can lead
Potential Disturbances: Generally pest-resistant, but can be affected by slugs and snails. Use natural barriers like crushed eggshells or copper tape. Encourage beneficial insects like ground beetles to control pest populations.
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