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Chinese Mayapple

Dysosma pleiantha, Berberidaceae

Zones
5–8
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect HabitatDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

NotopterygiumNotopterygium incisum
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Himalayan MayapplePodophyllum hexandrum

Two closely related mayapple species produce similar allelopathic compounds and compete for identical ecological niches

Uses

Functions

Medicinal PlantWoodland GroundcoverErosion Control

Edible Parts

Ripe Berries

Medicinal Uses

Anti-Tumor PropertiesImmune System SupportViral InfectionsSkin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does Chinese Mayapple grow in?

Chinese Mayapple grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Chinese Mayapple?

Good companions for Chinese Mayapple include Notopterygium.

Design guilds with Chinese Mayapple and see companion relationships visually.

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