Dysosma pleiantha | Asian Mayapple
DESCRIPTION
Dysosma pleiantha, commonly known as Chinese Mayapple, is an impressive perennial native to China, valued for its unusual foliage, intriguing flowers, and ornamental fruit. This plant features large, umbrella-like dark green leaves often adorned with striking maroon mottling, creating a dramatic touch in the garden. In late spring to early summer, it produces unique deep maroon to purple flowers that hang beneath the foliage, each about 2-3 inches in diameter. After flowering, the plant bears small, fleshy fruit that matures from green to red, adding to its ornamental appeal. Chinese Mayapple is an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and ground cover, while its spreading habit makes it suitable for naturalizing in shaded areas.
DESCRIPTION
Dysosma pleiantha, commonly known as Chinese Mayapple, is an impressive perennial native to China, valued for its unusual foliage, intriguing flowers, and ornamental fruit. This plant features large, umbrella-like dark green leaves often adorned with striking maroon mottling, creating a dramatic touch in the garden. In late spring to early summer, it produces unique deep maroon to purple flowers that hang beneath the foliage, each about 2-3 inches in diameter. After flowering, the plant bears small, fleshy fruit that matures from green to red, adding to its ornamental appeal. Chinese Mayapple is an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and ground cover, while its spreading habit makes it suitable for naturalizing in shaded areas.
DESCRIPTION
Dysosma pleiantha, commonly known as Chinese Mayapple, is an impressive perennial native to China, valued for its unusual foliage, intriguing flowers, and ornamental fruit. This plant features large, umbrella-like dark green leaves often adorned with striking maroon mottling, creating a dramatic touch in the garden. In late spring to early summer, it produces unique deep maroon to purple flowers that hang beneath the foliage, each about 2-3 inches in diameter. After flowering, the plant bears small, fleshy fruit that matures from green to red, adding to its ornamental appeal. Chinese Mayapple is an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and ground cover, while its spreading habit makes it suitable for naturalizing in shaded areas.
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Family: Berberidaceae
Height: 3-5 feet
Width: 3 feet
Foliage Color: Dark green, often with maroon mottling
Flower Color: Deep maroon to purple
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Light Requirements: Partial shade to full shade
Water Requirements: Moderate to high, prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low
Growing Zones: USDA zones 5-9
Wildlife Attractors: Bees and other pollinators
