Podophyllum peltatum


Scientific Name:Podophyllum peltatum
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Family:Berberidaceae
Common Name:Mayapple
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C Value:4
Wetness:FACU
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Genus in Illinois:
1
Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Perfect
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Flower Color:White
Growth Habit:Forb
Leaf Arrangement:Opposite
Leaf Type:Simple
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Leaf Toothing:Deeply Lobed, Entire, peltate
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Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
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ID Tips:Very easy to ID because of its large unique peltate leaves
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More Info:Illinois Wildflowers Search