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American Mandrake (Podophyllum peltatum) is a perennial herb native to eastern North America, found in moist, shady areas from Alabama to Wisconsin and south to Texas. American Mandrake (Latin: Podophyllum peltatum, family Berberidaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
American Mandrake is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
American Mandrake is a member of the Berberidaceae family native to ALA, ARK, CNT, DEL, WDC, and FLA. American Mandrake thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist, light (sandy) or medium soil.
American Mandrake grows best in USDA zone 3-9, partial sun/shade, full shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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