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Mayapple

Podophyllum peltatum

Photo by amyallen90
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Field Notes

Description:

spring ephemeral with umbrella-like leaf

Habitat:

woods

Species ID Suggestions

Mayapple

Podophyllum peltatum

Reference Link
KenCheeks
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Comments (1)
Dan Doucette
Ken is right with the ID. Mayapple is a tasty fruit if you get it at the right time. Keep an eye on these plants if you can and try the fruit when it is ripe.

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