How to grow Mayapple

Podophyllum peltatum

Dappled Sun
OR
Full Shade
Medium

Native to moist, dappled-to-shady woodlands of eastern North America. Dependent on mycorrhizae in low-nutrient situations.

Harvesting Mayapple

Make sure the fruit is completely ripe otherwise it is poisonous. Fruit is ripe when it is yellow and wrinkled and looks like a lemon. The plant will be dead by then.

How long does Mayapple take to grow?

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Mayapple Etymology

It generally blooms in May.

Mayapple Folklore & Trivia

The Native Americans boiled the roots to treat internal parasites. The fruits are technically edible, taste somewhat lemony, and reportedly have a laxative effect.

Contains a compound that is used to treat warts.

Other names for Mayapple

Wild mandrake, Indian apple