Fumewort
Corydalis bulbosa
Family: Papaveraceae
What it is like
A plant that keeps growing from year to year. It grows 1 m high and spreads 50 cm wide. The stem is erect. It is fleshy and occurs singly. The leaves are finely divided. The flowers are a dull pink to purple. They have 4 petals. They are in dense long arrangements. The fruit are shiny capsules. These are 2.5 cm long.
It is also put in the family Fumariaceae
Where it is found
It is best in a light to medium, rich, well-drained soil. It needs an open sunny position. It is resistant to frost and drought.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, Europe (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The tuberous roots are boiled and eaten.
Edible parts
Roots
How it is grown
It is grown from seed sown directly where the plant is to grow.