Corydalis aurea Scrambled eggs (Papaveraceae)

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Corydalis aurea
Scrambled eggs
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The Corydalis aurea plant species is found in N. America. It is a member of the Papaveraceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Scrambled eggs.

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Latin Name:  Corydalis aurea
Common Name:  Scrambled eggs
Family:  Papaveraceae
Author:  (Muhlenb.)Willd.

Known Hazards:  Corydalis species are potentially toxic in moderate doses[222].

Mature Height:  0.5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Sandy rocky soils, open woods[222].

Medicinal Information: A tea made from the plant is used in the treatment of painful or irregular menstruation, diarrhoea, bronchitis, heart diseases, sore throats and stomach aches[222, 257]. Externally, it is used as a lotion on backaches, hand sores etc and as a gargle for sore throats[257]. Caution is advised in the use of this plant, see the note above on toxicity.

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