Podophyllum peltatum

Mayapple

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Herbaceous perennial woodland plant with umbrella-like leaves and white flowers, followed by toxic yellow fruit. Requires shade and moist soil.
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Plant Details

Common Name Mayapple
Family Berberidaceae
Genus Podophyllum
Species Peltatum
Origin Eastern North America
Blooming Spring, white flowers under leaves
Leaf Color Blue-green to deep green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich humus soil, high organic matter, consistently moist but well-draining

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist during growing season. Reduce in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Partial shade to deep shade. Avoid direct sunlight which scorches leaves

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Fertilization

Apply compost or balanced fertilizer in early spring before growth

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Pruning

Remove dead foliage after dormancy; do not cut back green leaves prematurely

Pest Control Aphid Slug Snail Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 6000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
400 – 1200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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