Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
difforme
ID:
1219973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl. & E.H.Wilson

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1906: 152 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001219311

Common Names

  • Podophyllum difforme
  • Difform Podophyllum
  • Difform Mayapple

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Uses & Benefits

Podophyllum difforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Podophyllum difforme are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podophyllum difforme is an evergreen perennial that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once established, the plants can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Podophyllum difforme

Podophyllum difforme is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Hainan.

Podophyllum difforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podophyllum difforme?

Podophyllum difforme

What is the common name of Podophyllum difforme?

Himalayan mayapple

What is the natural habitat of Podophyllum difforme?

Forests and shrublands of the Himalayas

Species in the Berberidaceae family

Achlys californica, Achlys japonica, Achlys triphylla, Berberis jinshajiangensis, Berberis pingbaensis, Berberis pulangensis, Berberis actinacantha, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acuminata, Berberis acutinervia, Berberis aemulans, Berberis aetnensis, Berberis affinis, Berberis agapatensis, Berberis aggregata, Berberis agricola, Berberis ahrendtii, Berberis albicans, Berberis aldenhamensis, Berberis alpicola, Berberis amabilis, Berberis ambigua, Berberis ambrozyana, Berberis amoena, Berberis amplectens, Berberis amurensis, Berberis andeana, Berberis andreana, Berberis andrieuxii, Berberis angulosa, Berberis anhweiensis, Berberis annaemariae, Berberis approximata, Berberis aquifolium, Berberis argentinensis, Berberis arguta, Berberis arido-calida, Berberis aristata, Berberis aristato-serrulata, Berberis aristeguietae, Berberis aristulata, Berberis armata, Berberis asiatica, Berberis asmyana, Berberis assamana, Berberis atrocarpa, Berberis atroprasina, Berberis atroviridiana, Berberis aurahuacensis, Berberis baltistanica,

References

William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Ernest Henry Wilson (1876-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Wilson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:107586-1: Based on the initial data import