Himalayan May apple
Podophyllum hexandrum
Family: Berberidaceae
What it is like
A herb. It has an underground stem or rhizome. The stems ate 45 cm tall. There are 2 alternate leaves on the flower stalk. There is a single bell-shaped flower. It is in the axils of leaves and 5 cm across. The fruit is large and bright red. It is 4 cm long.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. It grows in the Himalayas between 2,000-3,500 m above sea level. It suits USDA hardiness zones 5-9.
Countries/locations it is found in
Afghanistan, Asia, China, Himalayas, India, Nepal, Pakistan
How it is used for food
The very ripe fruit are eaten raw. Caution: The leaves and roots are poisonous.
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Khakori, Shargoye