Corydalis solida

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Corydalis solida
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae Division: Magnoliophyta Class: Magnoliopsida Order: Ranunculales Family: Fumariaceae Genus: Corydalis Species: C. solida
Binomial name
Corydalis solida (L.) Clairv.

Corydalis solida is an ornamental plant blooming in early spring. It grows naturally in Central and Eastern Europe ^[1].

[edit] Characteristics

Corydalis grows to 10-20 cm tall. The colour of the flowers varies from pink to lilac. The plant flowers in early spring, and after blooming, the entire over ground part of the plant disappears.

[edit] Cultivation

Bulbs for Corydalis solida are commonly for sale.^[2] Excellent drainage is vital and the soil should be liberally supplemented with peat moss or leaf mould.

[edit] References

1. ^ Virtuella floran (map)
2. ^ Bloms Bulbs