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SPOTTY DOTTY MAYAPPLE
Podophyllum
'Spotty Dotty'
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Eco gallon Potted
(SKU: 20125)
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List Price $25.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 6-9 · Mature Height: 17-18 Inches · Mature Spread: 20-24 Inches
If you've ever wished your shade garden had a touch of jungle drama, Spotty Dotty Mayapple delivers in spectacular fashion. This legendary hybrid Podophyllum—once nearly impossible to find—dazzles with its enormous, umbrella-like leaves spattered in bold chocolate-brown spots over chartreuse to olive-green tones. Each fuzzy red stem holds one or two broad, palm-shaped leaves that can span up to 18 inches wide, creating a lush and exotic effect straight out of a fairytale forest.
Bred from Asian mayapple species including P. delavayi, this vigorous and frost-tolerant hybrid combines the best of its lineage: bold color, tropical texture, and hardy constitution. In mid-spring, clusters of deep garnet-red, star-shaped flowers dangle mysteriously beneath the leaves—like hidden jewels only the observant will discover. These are followed by fleshy green fruit, the plant's nod to its mayapple heritage.
While its look suggests something fussy, Spotty Dotty Mayapple is surprisingly adaptable. It thrives in moist, humus-rich soil in dappled shade and maintains its dramatic foliage through summer, unlike American mayapples that fade into dormancy. This plant's sheer theatricality—combined with its rarity—makes it a must-have centerpiece for collectors and woodland garden enthusiasts alike.
Family: Berberidaceae · Common Name: May Apple
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SPOTTY DOTTY MAYAPPLE Plant Characteristics
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SPOTTY DOTTY MAYAPPLE Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Moist, organically rich, well-drained soil.
- Add leaf mold or compost for optimal growth.
- Avoid dry or compacted soil.
- Sun Exposure:
- Prefers full shade to dappled light.
- Protect from hot afternoon sun and spring frosts.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Keep evenly moist through the growing season.
- Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
- Mulch annually to retain moisture.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Apply compost or organic fertilizer in early spring.
- No heavy feeding required — thrives in humus-rich soil.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Remove tattered foliage in late fall or early spring.
- Protect emerging shoots from slugs and frost.
- Divide every few years in early spring if desired.
Interesting Notes About SPOTTY DOTTY MAYAPPLE
- Once the "Holy Grail" of Shade Gardening: 'Spotty Dotty' was so sought after that collectors traded divisions like fine art — supply could never keep up with demand.
- A Painter's Leaf Palette: Each leaf looks hand-painted with chocolate-brown freckles on chartreuse, aging to dark green — no two are alike.
- Hidden Treasures Beneath the Leaves: The plant's garnet-red, mop-head flowers bloom secretly below its umbrella foliage — a hidden delight for close observers.
- Asian Heritage, American Spirit: A hybrid of Chinese and Himalayan Podophyllum species, yet as easy to grow as the native mayapple.
- Self-Incompatible Mystery: This variety can't pollinate itself—its genetics encourage outcrossing for fruit, adding intrigue to its biology.
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