Mayapple, American (Podophyllum peltatum) potted plant, organic

Family:  Barberry (Berbericaceae)

Hardy to Zones 3 to 9

(American Mandrake) Colony forming plant with umbrella-like, palmate leaves and a large, waxy, white flower of delightful fragrance. The plant is striking on the herbalscape. Source of antitumor podophyllotoxin which is used for treating genital warts and has a long history of use as an antimitotic.  Native to the central and eastern US. Plant prefers moist ground, full sun to full shade. Three plants triangulated about 4 feet apart will make a nice patch within 2 or 3 years.

Potted plant, Certified Organically Grown