2011-05-05 13:03
Scientific Name:
Pseudofumaria lutea
Yellow Corydalis is a pretty yellow flower that originally came from the foothills of the Alps in southern Europe, but now grows wild in the UK often as an escapee from gardens. A shade-loving plant, it flowers from spring until mid-summer.
How to identify:
The leaves of Yellow Corydalis are much-divided and yellow-green. The flowers are like small yellow trumpets.
Where to find it:
Found all over the UK, but rarer in Scotland and Ireland.
How people can help:
To encourage wildlife into your garden, try planting native flower species in your borders to provide a 'nectar-cafe' for bees and butterflies. But if you do prefer some non-native varieties, be careful when you throw away cuttings - species can easily escape into surrounding habitats and can cause problems for local wildlife. To find out more about wildlife-friendly gardening, visit our Wild About Gardens website: a joint initiative with the RHS, there's plenty of facts and tips to get you started.
Statistics:
Height: up to 40cm
Conservation status:
Introduced species.
Did you know?:
Yellow Corydalis can often be found growing out of cracks in old walls and pavements.
Seasons:
Spring
Summer
Autumn
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