Rhus typhina

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Rhus typhina

Also known as: Sumach

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Plant Properties

Layer: Tree

Format: Smal

Height: 6.00 m

Width: 6.00 m

Growth Rate: Slow

Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8

Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist

Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)

pH:
Acid Neutral Basic

Light:
Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Fruit, Oil, Juice

Edibility:
(4)

Medicinal:
(2)

Features:
Dye, Hedge, Oil, Wind trap, Wood

Description

Fruit - cooked. These fruits have a very sour taste and are often used in pies. They are quite small and contain little flesh, but grow in large clusters, making them easy to harvest. When soaked in hot or cold water for 10-30 minutes, they create a refreshing lemonade-like drink (without carbonation, of course). The mixture should not be boiled, as this will release tannins and make the drink astringent.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09

End of Harvest: 31/10

Crown Data

Crown Type: Breed piramidaal

Crown Density: Dichte kroon

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild	Description
Vaccinium corymbosum Northern blueberry	Vaccinium corymbosum can benefit from the nitrogen-fixing abilities of Rhus typhina, improving soil fertility and promoting healthier growth.
Rubus fruticosus Blackberry	Rhus typhina provides a protective habitat for Rubus fruticosus, helping to deter pests while both plants can benefit from similar growing conditions.
Cornus mas Cornelian cherry dogwood	Cornus mas may help attract pollinators to Rhus typhina, enhancing fruit set and overall biodiversity in the garden.
Cornus sanguinea Dogwood	Cornus sanguinea can provide shade to young Rhus typhina plants, helping them establish while also creating a diverse ecosystem.
Viburnum opulus Highbush cranberry	Viburnum opulus can benefit from the moisture retention provided by Rhus typhina, leading to better growth and fruit production.