Rhus toxicodendron
Poison oak
Deciduous shrub
(1 Page of 5)
 
The Rhus toxicodendron plant species is found in Southeastern N. America - New Jersey to Delaware, south to Georgia, Alabama and Texas. It is a member of the Anacardiaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Poison oak. Some home gardeners know the variety as R. quercifolia. Toxicodendron radicans. T. pubescens. P.Mill.

Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses
 
Latin Name:  Rhus toxicodendron
Common Name:  Poison oak
Family:  Anacardiaceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  This plant contains toxic substances and skin contact with it can cause severe irritation to some people[11]. The sap is extremely poisonous[11]. The sap contains 3-N pentadecycatechnol. Many people are exceedingly sensitive to this, it causes a severe spreading dermatitis. The toxins only reach the skin if the plant tissues have been damaged, but even indirect contact can cause severe problems[200].
 
Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  1
 
Habitat:  Dry barrens, pinelands and sands[43].

For further Rhus toxicodendron gardening information
click on one of the blue links below
 
Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses
Medicinal | Edible Uses
 

The information above has been supplied solely via the hard work and dedication of the team at 'Plants for a Future'.
View their bibliography