Podophyllum peltatum
Mayapple
Umbrella-like leaves emerge in early April and a white flower follows. An egg-shaped edible fruit occurs after flowering. Can grow in 100% to 50% shade; 70% preferred. An ephemeral; goes dormant in summer, earlier with more sun.
- Height: 12" – 18"
- Width: 12" – 18"
- Soil Conditions: Moist
- Flower Color: White
- Bloom Time: April, May
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 8
| Item Number | Size | Toolbox | Notes | Current | 7-1 | 7-15 | 8-1 | 8-15 | 9-1 | 9-15 | Future |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21928.1G | #1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 371 |
Plant Characteristics - Podophyllum peltatum
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Attributes
- Fairy Garden
- Spring Emphemerals
- Ornamental Fruit
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Pollinators
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Shade
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Native Plant Community
- Woodland
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Flower Color
- White
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Solitary
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Flower Height
- 8" to 12"
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1/2"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist
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Growth Rate
- Fast
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Origin
- Greater Midwest
