'The synthesis of an open-chain analogue of podophyllotoxin' --
subject(s): Organic compounds, Podophyllotoxin, Synthesis
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The umbrella fruit (named for the palmate leaves of the plant)
is more commonly known as the Mayapple (Podophyllum peltatum) which
is found in most of the Eastern U.S. and southeastern Canada. All
parts of the plant, except the fruit, are poisonous
(podophyllotoxin). It is best used as an ornamental plant.