Podophyllum difforme Pattern Selection/Starfish Strain is an exceedingly rare, lust-worthy, shade perennial with four-lobed leaf blades variably yet boldly variegated with silver.
Description:
Podophyllum difforme Pattern Selection/Starfish Strain is an exceedingly rare, lust-worthy, shade perennial deserving of a place of honour in your garden. It has broad, flat, four-lobed leaf blades variably yet boldly variegated with silver splotches and speckles. Every leaf is different. Deep red flowers hide beneath the foliage in spring. Plant in rich, well-drained soils.
Common Name: Mayapple
Family: Berberidaceae (The Barberry Family)
Zone Hardiness: 6-9
Light: Full Shade, Part Shade, Part Sun
Height: 8-12"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Burgundy
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour: Burgundy
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Dense forests at moderate elevations in China and Vietnam.
Award:
Geogrpahical Origin: Asia and the Pacific - Asia - China and Japan
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