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Podophyllum, American Mandrake
Podophyllum peltatum, American Mandrake Mayapple Podophyllum peltatumKohlers Medizinal Pflanzen, Vol. 1, 1888 A Manual of Organic Materia Medica,Maisch, 1882 Botanical name: Podophyllum spp.Several species are used: P. peltatum (Mayapple) P. montanum (Mountain Mayaaple) The Indian P. hexandrum (Giriparpata) is dealt with under its own heading. Parts used: Rhizome, Resin Temperature & Taste: Hot, dry. Bitter,…