Ambigua Corydalis (Corydalis ambigua)

Family: Papaveraceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Corydalis ambigua is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 0.1 m (0ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf from March to June, and the seeds ripen from May to June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Root - cooked. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Woods and meadows from the lowland to the mountains of N. Japan. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)