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Podophyllum peltatum
Early spring flowering plant, broad leaves, 1 - 1.5 inches tall on single stem, leaves deeply lobed. Produces a white flower and apple like fruit. Plant generally grows in clusters of individuals. Most of the plant is poisonous.
Woodlands, moist to damp shaded areas
Appears well before the forest canopy while the majority of the sunlight reaching the forest floor is available.
Spotted on May 1, 2013
Submitted on May 22, 2013
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