Corydalis meifolia in Valley of Flowers
Corydalis meifolia is a sub erect perennial herb of 10-45 cm. It is deeply covered by old sheathing leaf bases. Flowers are yellow with purple or violet tips or rarely orange colored. Leaves are like blade with triangular shape.
The specific name Meifolia refers to minute segments of leaves. Corydalis, the genetic name refers to bearing horns or spurs.
English Name |
Threadleaf Corydalis |
Local Name |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Family |
Fumariaceae (Fumitory family) |
Flowering time |
June to September |
Habitat |
Commonly found in clumps in meadows and rock crevices |
Uses |
Whole plant is used for treating headache, stomach pain and liver disorders. |
Location in the Valley of flowers |
Commonly found at Hemkund Sahib |
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