Mayapple or Mandrake

Mayapple or Mandrake [Podophyllum peltatum] found on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail near the Folk Art Center on 11 April 2015. It’s a member of the Bayberry (Berberidaceae) family. Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide, pages 354-355, says that it’s found in rich woods and pastures in Spring.

USDA Plants Listing: Podophyllum peltatum

Mayapple (leaves) - 11 April 2015

Mayapple (leaves) – 11 April 2015

Mayapple (three different leaves) - 11 April 2015

Mayapple (three different leaves) – 11 April 2015

Mayapple - 21 April 2015

Mayapple on Troy Hill Drive – 21 April 2015

Mayapple  - 22 April 2015

Mayapple – 22 April 2015

May-Apple How to Know the Wildflowers p15

May-Apple How to Know the Wildflowers p15