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corydalis

corydalis

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A small flowering plant with divided leaves and spurred tubular flowers
  • noun
  • /ˌkɔːrɪˈdælɪs/
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  • The garden features several varieties of corydalis that bloom in early spring.
  • yellow corydalis
  • corydalis bloom

Examples

  • In spring, the vibrant purple blooms of corydalis add a splash of color to the landscape.

  • The delicate foliage of corydalis adds texture to woodland gardens.

  • She planted blue corydalis along the shaded pathway for a splash of color.

  • The corydalis blooms beautifully in the spring.

  • Have you seen the corydalis in the garden?

  • The garden features a stunning corydalis with delicate, spurred flowers that attract many bees.

  • Corydalis thrives in shade, making it a perfect choice for planting under trees in a garden.

Compounds

A climbing yearly vine with divided leaves and clusters of yellow and pink flowers

Corydalis claviculata
  • Specialized
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A climbing annual with divided leaves and clusters of yellow and pink flowers found in parts of Europe

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A small wild plant with loose groups of pink flowers tipped with yellow

Corydalis solida
  • Specialized
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A spring plant that grows in woods with red or purple flowers

Surface Forms

corydalis singular
corydalis plural

Etymology

The word corydalis comes from the Greek korydalis, meaning 'lark'. People named the plant this because its long, spurred flowers look like a lark's beak, so the name helps you remember its tube-shaped, spurred blooms.