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Podophyllum peltatum

mayapple

Mayapple forms dense patches of umbrella-like leaves in sun as well as shade, spreading quickly via rhizomes. This partially ephemeral species wilts down in the heat of summer but may pick back up on cool or wet days.

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Height: 6-12 in
Spread: 3-5 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Part Shade
Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Ecoregion
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
Summer Fruit
Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Tolerance
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Urban Environment
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Edible
Spring Ephemeral
Landscape Use
Massing
Naturalize
Groundcover
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Orange to Yellow Fruit
Growth Habit
Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


mayapple - Podophyllum peltatum from Native Plant Trust
mayapple - Podophyllum peltatum from Native Plant Trust
mayapple - Podophyllum peltatum from Native Plant Trust
mayapple - Podophyllum peltatum from Native Plant Trust
mayapple - Podophyllum peltatum from Native Plant Trust