Adonis amurensis

Physical Characteristics

Adonis amurensis is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.3 m (1ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from February to March, and the seeds ripen from April to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Siberia to China, Japan and Korea.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Cardiotonic Diuretic Sedative The root is cardiotonic[174, 218]. The whole plant is an effective diuretic and tranquilliser[218].

Known Hazards

Although no specific mention of toxicity has been seen for this plant, it belongs to a genus that contains a number of poisonous plants so the following remarks are likely to apply to this species - a toxic principle is present in very small quantities in the plant. It is poorly absorbed so poisoning is unlikely.