What is another word for corydalis?

Pronunciation: [kˌɔːɹɪdˈɑːliz] (IPA)

Corydalis is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Papaveraceae. These plants are commonly known as fumitories and consist of around 470 species. Some common synonyms for the word "corydalis" include bleeding heart, rock harlequin, pale corydalis, golden corydalis, and tuberous corydalis. Many species of corydalis are grown as ornamental plants for their attractive foliage and blooms. The plants are typically found in rocky and mountainous areas and prefer moist, well-drained soil. They are also known for their medicinal properties and have been used to treat various ailments such as high blood pressure, insomnia, and pain relief.

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What are the hyponyms for Corydalis?

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  • hyponyms for corydalis (as nouns)

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Usage examples for Corydalis

On the neighbouring hills, which I explored up to 15,000 feet, I found many fine plants, partaking more or less of the Siberian type, of which corydalis, Leguminosae, Artemisia, and Pedicularis, are familiar instances.
"Himalayan Journals V2."
J. D. Hooker
The little geranium known as herb-robert is a neighbor of the corydalis, and, like it, stands the cold remarkably well.
"A Rambler's lease"
Bradford Torrey
The ground ivy tips its blue lips to the laurel, And covers the banks of the water-swept bars With a background of blue, in which the red sorrel Are stripes where the pale corydalis are stars.
"How the Flag Became Old Glory"
Emma Look Scott

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