Family: Papaveraceae
Author: (Thunb.) Pers.
Bibliography: Syn. Pl. 2: 269 (1806)
Year: 1806
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Corydalis
Vegetable: False
Observations: C. & E. China to Temp. E. Asia
Description
Incised fumewort, scientifically known as Corydalis incisa, is a delicate and intriguing member of the Papaveraceae family. It was first described in the Syn. Pl. 2: 269 (1806) and attributed to the authorship of (Thunb.) Pers.
This plant has a notable distribution that spans across Central and Eastern China and extends into temperate regions of Eastern Asia. The regions where Corydalis incisa thrives are known for their diverse and rich botanical environments, providing a suitable habitat for this species which flourishes in such temperate climates.
Corydalis incisa is distinguished by its finely divided leaves and its unique flower structure, which contributes to its common name, the incised fumewort. The flowers typically bloom in subtle shades of purple, pink, or white, presenting a graceful and ethereal appearance that adds a touch of softness to its surroundings. The intricate design of its foliage and blossoms makes it a remarkable specimen among wildflower enthusiasts and botanists alike.
The plant is often found in woodlands and shaded areas where it can enjoy cooler, moist conditions, typical of the regions it inhabits. Its adaptability to these environments makes it an essential component of the local flora, contributing to the biodiversity and ecological balance of its native regions.
Thus, Corydalis incisa not only holds botanical significance but also serves as a symbol of the delicate beauty and complexity found within the world’s temperate floral landscapes.
Common Names
Eng: incised fumewort
En: Incised fumewort
Zh: 刻叶紫堇, 刻葉紫菫
Fi: Balkaninkiurunkannus
Ko: 자주괴불주머니
Zh-tw: 刻葉紫菫
Synonyms
- Corydalis incisa f. bicolor (Hayashi)
- Fumaria incisa (Thunb.)
- Capnoides incisa (Kuntze)
- Corydalis incisa var. alba (S.Y.Wang)
- Corydalis incisa var. pseudomakinoana (Fedde)
- Corydalis incisa var. koreana (Fedde)
- Corydalis incisa f. pallescens (Makino)
- Corydalis incisa f. liuchiuensis (Nakai)
- Corydalis incisa f. candida (Hiyama)
- Corydalis incisa var. tschekiangensis (Fedde)
Distribution
- China North-Central (native)
- China South-Central (native)
- China Southeast (native)
- Japan (native)
- Korea (native)
- Nansei-shoto (native)
- Taiwan (native)
- Maryland (introduced)
- New York (introduced)
Additional Images
Flower
Taken May 9, 2018 by Genghis Attenborough (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 26, 2017 by Genghis Attenborough (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken Apr 26, 2017 by Genghis Attenborough (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 2, 2016 by EOL − harum.koh (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7314981)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:672291-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Corydalis incisa (Thunb.) Pers.)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Forb/herb