Adonis ramosa, commonly known as Fernleaf Adonis or Fringed Pheasant’s Eye, is a deciduous herbaceous plant native to woodland margins and grassy slopes in Eastern Asia, including Japan, China, and Korea. It typically grows at a moderate rate to a height of 0.8-1.5 feet (0.24-0.45 meters) and a width of 0.5-1 feet (0.15-0.3 meters). Fernleaf Adonis features finely dissected leaves that resemble fern fronds, and during the spring, it produces showy, cup-shaped flowers that can be either red or yellow, depending on the variety.

This plant is valued for its early spring blooms and fern-like foliage, which add texture and color to garden beds and borders. It is often used in rock gardens, as part of mixed borders, or in woodland garden settings. Fernleaf Adonis requires well-drained soil, preferably loam or clay, and consistent moisture, though it is somewhat drought-tolerant once established. It thrives in full sun to part shade conditions. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils. It is not known to be invasive when grown outside its native range, but gardeners should always monitor and manage their plants responsibly.CC BY-SA 4.0