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Mayapple
Podophyllum peltatum
40.7839, -73.2
Field Notes
Description:
One or two leaved plant with palmately lobed leaves. Flowers produced only from plants with two leaves. Single white, nodding flower with a yellow center is produced underneath the leaves. Petals are waxy feeling. A single, yellow edible (when ripe) fruit is produced from the flower. It is said to be lemon flavored and can be used to make jellies.
Habitat:
Suburban garden but not cultivated.
Notes:
All parts except for the fruit are considered poisonous when ingested in large quantities. Has been used medicinally by Native Americans. Native plant to North America.
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PublishedJune 18, 2014
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