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curvepod fumewort
Scientific Name: Corydalis curvisiliqua ssp. curvisiliqua
Family: Fumariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual, Biennial
Other Names:
Corydalis curvisiliqua
Corydalis curvisiliqua, commonly known as Curvepod Fumewort, is a forb/herb belonging to the Fumitory family (Fumariaceae).
Common Names
- Curvepod Fumewort
- Curvepod Corydalis
- Golden Smoke
- Scrambled Eggs
- Large-bracted Corydalis
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Corydalis curvisiliqua Engelm.
- Family: Fumariaceae (Fumitory Family)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Capnoides aureum
- Capnoides montanum
Subspecies
- Corydalis curvisiliqua subsp. curvisiliqua
- Corydalis curvisiliqua subsp. grandibracteata
- Corydalis curvisiliqua subsp. occidentalis (Engelm. ex A. Gray) W.A. Weber
Distribution and Habitat
Corydalis curvisiliqua is native to the U.S. states of Oklahoma (OK) and New Mexico (NM), among other regions.
Morphology and Growth Habits
- Life Cycle: Described as both perennial and annual/biennial depending on the subspecies or source.
- Habit: Forb/herb with erect or ascending stems, becoming prostrate with age.
- Stems: Several stems, simple or sparingly branched.
- Leaves: Basal leaves present.
Quirky Facts
- The common names "Golden Smoke" and "Scrambled Eggs" refer to the plant's appearance, likely due to its yellow flowers.
- Its flowers have sack-like spurs at the back.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Corydalis curvisiliqua.
- Dave's Garden provides gardening tips and ideas from a community of gardeners.
- Garden Guides offers plant information, identification, and gardening advice related to Corydalis curvisiliqua.
- USDA Plants Database is referenced.