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Fumaria officinalis

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Familypapaveraceae

Orderranunculales

Lifespanperennial

Trivial nameDrug fumitory, earth smoke

Blossom colorpink

Blossom symmetryzygomorph

Inflorescencedeterminate

Phyllotaxisalternate

Fumaria officinalis, common fumitory, is a delicate annual herb native to Europe and Asia. Found in disturbed soils, it features pinkish-purple flowers and finely divided leaves. While historically used in herbal medicine, its medicinal properties lack scientific evidence. It serves as a nectar source for pollinators, contributing to biodiversity.

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Plants in the papaveraceae family