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Rhus wallichii Deciduous tree (1 Page of 5) The Rhus wallichii plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas. It is a member of the Anacardiaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as R. vernicifera. DC. pro parte. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Rhus wallichii Family: Anacardiaceae Author: Hook.f. Known Hazards: This plant contains toxic substances in the sap that can cause severe irritaition to some people[146, 158]. Mature Height: Mature Width: Habitat: Forests and shrubberies, 1000 - 2400 metres[51].
Cultivation Notes: We do not have much information on the hardyness of this species and do not know if it will succeed outdoors in Britain, though it is unlikely to succeed outside the very mildest areas of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
Succeeds in a well-drained fertile soil in full sun[11, 200].
The young growth in spring can be damaged by late frosts.
Plants have brittle branches and these can be broken off in strong winds[200]. Plants are also susceptible to coral spot fungus[11]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].
Many of the species in this genus, including this one, are highly toxic and can also cause severe irritation to the skin of some people, whilst other species are not poisonous. It is relatively simple to distinguish which is which, the poisonous species have axillary panicles and smooth fruits whilst non-poisonous species have compound terminal panicles and fruits covered with acid crimson hairs[1, 4]. The toxic species are sometimes separated into their own genus, Toxicodendron, by some botanists[200].
Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.
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