Rhus trichocarpa (Anacardiaceae) Deciduous tree

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Rhus trichocarpa
Deciduous tree
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The Rhus trichocarpa plant species is found in E. Asia - China, Japan, Korea. It is a member of the Anacardiaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Rhus trichocarpa
Family:  Anacardiaceae
Author:  Miq.

Known Hazards:  This plant contains toxic substances that can cause severe irritaition to some people[11].

Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:  6

Habitat:  Hills and mountains all over Japan[58].

General Uses: An oil is extracted from the seeds[4, 74]. It attains a tallow-like consistency on standing and is used to make candles. These burn brilliantly, though they emit a pungent smoke[4, 74]. The leaves are rich in tannin. They can be collected as they fall in the autumn and used as a brown dye or as a mordant[169].

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