Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Yellow Corydalis |
| Scientific Name | Pseudofumaria lutea |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Naturalized |
| Season Found | July (May - Sep) |
| ImageUrl | Pseudofumaria-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | St Albans |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 02 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
A delicate perennial with finely divided bluish-green leaves and tubular yellow flowers blooming for much of the year. Commonly grows in old walls and shady crevices.
Distribution
Native to southern Europe; naturalised in the UK, often self-seeding in gardens and masonry.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Contains alkaloids with sedative and antispasmodic effects; rarely used due to toxicity risk.
Edibility
Not edible – contains potentially harmful isoquinoline alkaloids.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
All parts mildly toxic if ingested; may cause nausea or lethargy.
Pet Toxicity
Toxic to pets – ingestion may cause vomiting, weakness, or tremors.
Active Compounds
Corydine, corydaline, protopine.