An easily grown species originally collected near Oreanda in Crimea, Ukraine. The long-spurred soft lilac-pink flowers have a dark purple lip. The deeply incised, narrow leaves are dark green. The plant reaches a height of 15 cm and spreads easily. (S)
BELONGS TO THE FAMILY OF PAPAVERACEAE, FUMARIOIDEAE
According to an ancient Greek dictionary, korys or korythos means: head covering, helmet, or hood. The Latin korydalis (crowned lark) is likely derived from this. The spurs of the flowers bear a resemblance to the crest of a lark.
The genus Corydalis comprises hundreds of beautiful species and the cultivars derived from them. All species, which are particularly suitable for planting under shrubs and trees, prefer a (partially) shaded spot.
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