Dysosma versipellis 'Spotty Dotty' (Chinese Mayapple)

Dysosma versipellis 'Spotty Dotty' is a rhizomatous, herbaceous perennial with large, umbrella-shaped leaves that have pointed lobes and are heavily-spotted with bronze, particularly in spring. Dark red, hanging, narrow, bell-shaped flowers appear below the leaves in late spring or early summer. Previously Podophyllum versipelle, this species is native to China. H 50cm

WARNING: All parts of this plant are highly toxic if eaten. Wear gloves when handling the plant and wash hands afterwards. The ripe fruits are edible but the seeds are toxic.

Notes on taxonomy:

Dysosma (China)

Podophyllum L. — Mayapple (North America and Asia)

Sinopodophyllum (Afghanistan, Bhutan, northern India, Kashmir, Nepal, Pakistan, Tibet, and western China)