Definition

A type of plant that belongs to a large group of herbs, mainly found in cooler regions, known for their unique flowers and finely divided leaves.

Example

The garden was filled with beautiful corydalis, showcasing their delicate pink flowers.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a corydalis flower?

No, I haven't! What do they look like?

They're really beautiful, often with pinkish petals.

Sounds lovely! I should look for them in the garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Corydalis is derived from the Greek word "korydalis" (κορυδάλις), which refers to a type of plant, specifically a genus of flowering plants in the family Fumariaceae. The name is thought to be related to the Greek word "korys" (κορύς), meaning helmet, likely referring to the shape of the flowers resembling a helmet.

Memory Tip

Imagine a flower that looks like a 'helmet' ('korys') — that's how you can remember that 'corydalis' refers to a specific type of flowering plant.

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