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mayapple

Podophyllum peltatum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Ranunculales ›Family: Berberidaceae ›Genus: Podophyllum

About

Podophyllum is an herbaceous perennial plant in the family Berberidaceae, described as a genus by Linnaeus in 1753. In the past, several species were included in the genus, but all but one have been transferred to other genera (Dysosma, Pilea, and Sinopodophyllum). The one remaining species is Podophyllum peltatum, with common names mayapple, American mandrake, wild mandrake, and ground lemon. It is widespread across most of the eastern United States and southeastern Canada.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of mayapple?
The scientific name of mayapple is Podophyllum peltatum.
What kingdom does mayapple belong to?
mayapple belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does mayapple belong to?
mayapple belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does mayapple belong to?
mayapple belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does mayapple belong to?
mayapple belongs to the order Ranunculales.
What family does mayapple belong to?
mayapple belongs to the family Berberidaceae.
What genus does mayapple belong to?
mayapple belongs to the genus Podophyllum.