pheasant's eye; Adonis ramosa
A spring-blooming perennial buttercup with bright yellow flowers, native to East Asia. Often associated with New Year celebrations in Japan.
The pheasant's eye has started blooming in the garden.
Pheasant's eye is known as an early spring flower.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji form is rare and mainly encountered in botanical or traditional contexts.
The name 福寿草 (fukujusō) literally means 'fortune-longevity plant', reflecting its auspicious associations. The exact origin of the name is uncertain, but it is traditionally linked to good luck and long life.