Podphyllum peltatum | Barberry Family | Berberidaceae |
April - June | Common |
Description: From 8 to18 inches tall. Leaves are large and umbrellalike, the center of leaf shows a
5 ray star. Flowering stems have 2 leaves with the flower between. The ripe fruits are edible, but unripe fruits and the rest of the plant are poisonous if eaten. Under ground parts also cause skin irritation. Used as medicineLocation: Moist woods, roadsides
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