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