Fumitory is a delicate herbaceous plant belonging to the Papaveraceae family. It is often found in Europe and parts of Asia and is known for its feathery, finely divided leaves and small, tubular flowers that typically range in color from pink to purple. The plant has a sprawling growth habit and is commonly seen in fields, gardens, and along roadsides. Fumitory has been used in traditional herbal medicine for centuries, believed to have properties that support liver function and digestion. It is also sometimes used as a mild sedative. Despite its medicinal uses, fumitory is considered a weed in many areas due to its rapid growth and ability to spread easily. The plant's name is derived from the Latin word fumus, meaning smoke, which may refer to the smoky or hazy appearance of its foliage.
