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Spring–Summer
Pheasant's Eye
Adonis annua
Family: Ranunculaceae
Green & Freshgreenfaint
SeasonSpring–Summer
OriginMediterranean, southwestern Asia
IntensityVery Faint
LifespanAnnual
About This Flower
Green & Fresh · Spring–Summer bloomer
The blood-red flowers of Adonis, named for the Greek god killed by a boar, are brilliant scarlet with dark centres, blooming briefly in cornfields and rocky slopes in spring.
Symbolism & Meaning
sorrowful memories, remembrance
In the Victorian language of flowers, pheasant's eye means “Sad memories”.
Habitat & Environment
Mediterranean, southwestern Asia
Pheasant's Eye is native to Mediterranean, southwestern Asia.
Quick Reference
- Scientific NameAdonis annua
- FamilyRanunculaceae
- Native ToMediterranean, southwestern Asia
- Bloom SeasonSpring–Summer
- LifespanAnnual
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