Pheasant's eye
Adonis vernalis · Ranunculaceae
Pheasant's eye
Adonis
Adonis vernalis
Ranunculaceae
Traditionally used
⚠ Toxic — a cardiac plant for a practitioner's hands only, never self-dosed. The whole plant carries digitalis-like glycosides that act on the heart, with a narrow dose and real cumulative risk. Recorded in European tradition for a weak or irregular heart, but it belongs to standardized medical preparations under supervision. Avoid in pregnancy.
In three languages
Français — ⚠ Plante toxique — cardiaque, réservée au praticien, jamais en auto-traitement. Toute la plante renferme des hétérosides proches de la digitale, actifs sur le cœur, à marge de dose étroite. Consignée dans la tradition européenne pour cœur faible ou irrégulier, mais elle relève de préparations médicales standardisées. À éviter pendant la grossesse.
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Sources & lineage
European phytotherapy; cardiac-glycoside pharmacology
Kept alongside