How Do You Spell MAY APPLE?

Pronunciation: [mˈe͡ɪ ˈapə͡l] (IPA)

May apple is a common name for the plant Podophyllum peltatum. The pronunciation of "may apple" can be transcribed using the IPA phonetic symbols as /meɪ ˈæpəl/. The "ay" sound in "may" is represented by the vowel /eɪ/, while the "a" sound in "apple" is represented by the vowel /æ/. The stress is on the first syllable, which is indicated by the apostrophe before the phoneme "meɪ". Understanding the IPA transcription can help to correctly spell and pronounce the word "may apple".

MAY APPLE Meaning and Definition

1. May apple, also known as wild mandrake or Indian apple, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern parts of North America, belonging to the family Berberidaceae. Scientifically known as Podophyllum peltatum, it typically grows in woodland areas and moist, shaded locations, and can reach heights between 20 and 40 inches.

   The may apple plant features large, umbrella-like leaves with a diameter of around 6 to 12 inches that are deeply divided into five to nine lobes. The solitary white or pale pink flowers bloom during May or early June, hence the common name "may apple." These flowers give way to a yellow, edible fruit that resembles a small apple. Despite its enticing appearance, the fruit is only safe to consume when fully ripe, as it contains toxic compounds when unripe.

   May apple has been historically used in traditional medicine by various indigenous cultures for its potential therapeutic properties. Certain bioactive compounds found in the plant, such as podophyllotoxin, have been studied for their anti-cancer properties and are currently used in the production of chemotherapy medications.

   Furthermore, may apple foliage has been utilized as a natural insecticide due to the presence of podophyllin, a resinous substance with insecticidal properties. Its unique and beautiful appearance makes may apple a popular choice for ornamental gardening and landscaping in shaded areas.

2. Podophyllum.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for MAY APPLE

• nay apple
• jay apple
• mzy apple
• msy apple
• mwy apple
• mqy apple
• mat apple
• mag apple
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• mau apple
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Etymology of MAY APPLE

The term may apple has a straightforward etymology. It is primarily composed of two words, may and apple.

1. May: The word may in this context refers to the month of May. It is derived from the Old English word maeg, which means the fifth month. May apple blooms during May, hence the name.

2. Apple: The term apple in may apple is used metaphorically to describe the fruit-like appearance of the plant's yellowish, lemon-sized berry.

Combining these two words, may apple essentially means apple-like plant that blooms in May.

Similar spelling words for MAY APPLE

• mayapple,
• Himalayan may-apple.