Mayapple flower (Podophyllum peltatum)  A solitary flower, under the large umbrella-like storu
of leaves, with 6 to 9 petals and yellow stamens. The leaves, roots and green fruits are poisonous, but
the lemon-colored ripe fruit is edible. Native to North America.

See also the Picture/Poems Photoweek Mayapple leaves



(Photograph was made Friday, the 10th of May, 2002)