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White Corydalis

Corydalis ochroleuca, Papaveraceae

Zones
6–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorGround CoverBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

7 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Narrow Buckler FernDryopteris carthusiana
Shade ProvisionNurse Plant
Dwarf ElderSambucus ebulus
Pest DeterrentShade Provision
Perfoliate AlexandersSmyrnium perfoliatum
Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Madeira CranesbillGeranium madarense

Geranium species produce tannins and other compounds that can inhibit growth of sensitive herbaceous plants

Round-leaved HelleboreHelleborus cyclophyllus

Helleborus produces potent alkaloids and glycosides that can inhibit growth of other herbaceous plants like Corydalis

Uses

Functions

Wall Garden SpecialistPollinator SupportSelf-Seeding Ground CoverMediterranean Companion

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Respiratory AidSkin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does White Corydalis grow in?

White Corydalis grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.

What are good companion plants for White Corydalis?

Good companions for White Corydalis include Narrow Buckler Fern, Dwarf Elder, Perfoliate Alexanders.

Design guilds with White Corydalis and see companion relationships visually.

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