Corydalis hybrids

Corydalis

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Common Name:

Corydalis

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Yellow Blue Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

35°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

35 cm

Maximum width:

50 cm

Corydalis (Corydalis hybrids) - Description

Corydalis is a genus of fibrous or fleshy-rooted annuals and biennials, and tuberous or rhizomatous perennials, primarily found in woodland or rocky sites in N. temperate regions.

Corydalis (Corydalis hybrids) - Blooming

Blooms tubular, 4-petaled flowers.

Corydalis (Corydalis hybrids) - Growth

Growth needs differ among species, but most require full sun or partial shade. Sun-loving plants work well in a rock garden or alpine house. Plants that like shade are suitable for a rock or woodland garden, or as underplanting in a shrub border.

Corydalis (Corydalis hybrids) - Planting

When ripe, sow seeds in containers in an open frame. Germination may occur in a random fashion. Conduct division of spring-flowering species in fall, summer-flowering in spring. Division entails propagating a plant by splitting it into 2 or more parts. Each part has its own root system and more than one shoot or dormant bud.

Corydalis (Corydalis hybrids) - Pest

Prone to damage by slugs and snail. Aphids and spider mites are common under glass. Downy mildew and rust also occur.

Corydalis (Corydalis hybrids) - Interesting facts

There are around 300 known species in the genus Corydalis, native to a range of habits in N. temperate regions. Corydalis produces an alkaloid known as bulbocapnine, which is sometimes used in medicines.