Mayapple - Flower Names

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Mayapple

/ˈmeɪˌæpəl/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Apple of May, referring to the fruit that appears in late spring

Represents the quiet emergence of life in forest understories and the delicate balance between beauty and toxicity in nature

Symbolism

Symbolizes hidden growth, renewal, protection, and the duality of healing and danger due to its medicinal yet poisonous properties

Etymology: Derived from the combination of 'May', when the plant blooms, and 'apple', referring to its small, yellow fruit; scientifically known as Podophyllum peltatum, it has been used traditionally by Native Americans for medicinal purposes

Style & Origin

nature inspired

unique

english

Cultural Background

Primarily associated with North American flora and folk traditions, Mayapple evokes rural and woodla

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