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(Corydalis flavula)
Yellow Fumewort (Corydalis flavula)
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Photo by: botanygirl | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: botanygirl | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2017-04-04T19:08:14-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Corydalis flavula, commonly known as Yellow Fumewort, is an annual herb native to the rich, moist woodlands and floodplains of the Central and Eastern USA. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters) and a width of 1 foot (0.3 meters). This plant features delicate, compound leaves and loose clusters of tubular yellow flowers that bloom in early to mid-spring, adding a splash of color to the garden. The flowers are modest in size but can be quite showy when planted in masses.
Yellow Fumewort is valued for its early spring flowers and its ability to naturalize in shady garden spots. It is often used in woodland gardens, shade gardens, and naturalized areas where it can form attractive drifts. It prefers part shade but can tolerate full shade, and it thrives in moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter. While it is not a drought-tolerant species, it does not require excessive watering once established. Gardeners should be aware that Corydalis flavula can self-seed and spread, which is desirable in naturalistic settings but may require management in more formal gardens.CC BY-SA 4.0
Yellow Fumewort is valued for its early spring flowers and its ability to naturalize in shady garden spots. It is often used in woodland gardens, shade gardens, and naturalized areas where it can form attractive drifts. It prefers part shade but can tolerate full shade, and it thrives in moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter. While it is not a drought-tolerant species, it does not require excessive watering once established. Gardeners should be aware that Corydalis flavula can self-seed and spread, which is desirable in naturalistic settings but may require management in more formal gardens.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-1.5 feet
- Width: 0.667-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Rapid
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Fast, Medium
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant
Natural Habitat
Rich, moist woodlands and floodplains in the Central and Eastern USA
Other Names
Common Names: Yellow Harlequin , Yellow Corydalis , Pale Corydalis , Corydale Jaune , Corydale Jaune Pâle
Scientific Names: Corydalis flavula , Capnoides flavula , Fumaria flavula , Capnodes flavula , Corydalis aurea var. flavula , Corydalis flavidula , Neckeria flavula
GBIF Accepted Name: Corydalis flavula (Raf.) DC.