Uses
Toxic parts
Edible uses
Notes
Fruit
Material uses
Medicinal uses(Warning!)
The roots contain several important anti-cancer lignans, including podophyllin and berberine[17]. The roots are also antirheumatic[17].
The root is harvested in the autumn and either dried for later use or the resin is extracted[18]. This plant is highly poisonous and should only be used under the supervision of a qualified practitioner[18]. It should not be prescribed for pregnant women[18].Unknown part
Ecology
Ecosystem niche/layer
Ecological Functions
Nothing listed.
Forage
Nothing listed.
Shelter
Nothing listed.
Propagation
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Cultivation
Hardy to about -20°c[20], it takes some years to become established[14] but is very long lived in a suitable habitat[6]. Young leaves may be damaged by late frosts but otherwise the plants are quite hardy[6]. Over collection of the plant from the wild is becomimg a cause for concern as local populations are being endangered[23]. Young plants only produce one leaf each year, older plants have 2 or 3 leaves each year[16]. Plants in this genus have excited quite a lot of interest for the compounds found in their roots which have been shown to have anti-cancer activity[14]. There are various research projects under way (as of 1990)[14].
The sub-species P. hexandrum chinense. Wall. has larger flowers and more deeply divided leaves[20].Crops
Problems, pests & diseases
Associations & Interactions
There are no interactions listed for Podophyllum hexandrum. Do you know of an interaction that should be listed here? edit this page to add it.
Polycultures & Guilds
There are no polycultures listed which include Podophyllum hexandrum.
Descendants
Cultivars
Varieties
None listed.
Subspecies
None listed.
Full Data
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References
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