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Medicinal

Antiseptic, diuretic, and for smallpox in North American tradition
Moerman, D (1978) Field Guide to the Medicinal Plants of North America

Nomenclature

Diphylleia cymosa is a synonym
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Toxicity

Highly toxic if ingested or the skin is contaminated causing severe vomiting and brain damage. It is genotoxic.
Professor Anthony Dayan, 2022

"Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten"- HTA guidelines
HTA Guide to Potentially Harmful Plants, 3rd Edition (2022)

Geographical distribution

  • Northern America, Southeastern U.S.A.

Podophyllum cymosum (Michx.) Christenh. & Byng

Family: BERBERIDACEAE
Genus: Podophyllum
Species: cymosum (Michx.) Christenh. & Byng
Common names: Umbrella-leaf
Distribution summary: Southeastern U.S.A.
Habit: Perennial
Hardiness: H5 - Hardy; cold winter
Habitat: Rich, moist woods & streamsides
Garden status: Currently grown
Garden location: North America (A)
Flowering months: May, June
Reason for growing: Medicinal, toxic


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