Podophyllum peltatum (Mayapple)

70 (100)cm, North American Mayapple is one out of two species in this genus. It is native in eastern North America (Quebec and Minnesota to Florida and Texas) and has an umbrella like leaf (note: flowering plants always make two leaves). The white flowers are followed by quite large ovoid fruits turning bright yellow on maturing. When fully ripe fruits have a very intense, pineapple like fragrance and are edible (yet keep in mind that all other parts of the plant are toxic !). A very adoptable rhizomatous, herbaceous perennial which grows easily in any rich, well drained soil in a partially shaded spot. Seeds are scarce ! IV-V.
10 seeds per package.