Podophyllum hexandrum
Himalayan Mayapple, Indian Podophyllum
Other regional names: Podophyllum Resin
- Podophyllum Resin
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Berberidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or rhizomatous geophyte.
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Podophyllum hexandrum (commonly known as Himalayan mayapple or Indian Podophyllum) is a rhizomatous plant belonging to the Berberidaceae family. Originating in Temperate Asia and Tropical Asia, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
ASIA-TEMPERATE, ASIA-TROPICAL
Regions (WGSRPD)
China, Indian Subcontinent, Western Asia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Afghanistan, China North-Central, China South-Central, East Himalaya, Nepal, Pakistan, Qinghai, Tibet, West Himalaya
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Czechoslovakia