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PODOPHYLLUM
Genus of about 9 species of shade-loving, rhizomatous perennials from scrub and forest in North America and from southeastern Tibet to China and Taiwan.
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Pests & Diseases
Slug damage to emerging leaves -
Place of origin
Northern India (Himalayas) to China -
Red
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Star-shaped
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
40cm (16in) -
Spread
80cm (32in)
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Bulb/Corm or rhizomatous perennialRhizomatous perennial. Upright stems carry large leaves which unfurl like umbrellas. Flowers in mature plants are followed by fleshy, red fruit
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Scented flowersMalodorous
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertile. Humus-rich
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Full shade
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
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Mature Size40cm (16in)
80cm (32in)
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