Plant species

staghorn sumac Rhus typhina

Anacardiaceae

Species information

Description

A deciduous woody plant with alternate leaves and small flowers in branched inflorescences. Large pinnate leaves and dense conical flower clusters give the species a distinctive outline. It grows in habitats such as ruderal habitats and shrublands.

Plant traits

Growth form

shrub / small tree

Life cycle

perennial

Height

200–600 cm

Typical season

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Active growth

Flowering

Fruiting

Timing varies with site and year.

Habitat conditions

Habitat

ruderal habitats · shrubland · gardens and parks

Light

full sun

Moisture

dry · mesic

Soil

indifferent

Substrate

indifferent

Pollination

insect pollination

Status

non-native · invasive

Interesting facts

The dense reddish fruit clusters occur on female plants; male and female flowers are usually borne on separate shrubs.

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