Rhus typhina - Staghorn Sumac

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Plant Type

Shrub

Light Exposure

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Soil Moisture

Dry, Medium

Height

up to 35 feet

Bloom Color

Yellow-green

Bloom Months

July, June

Staghorn Sumac gets its name from the fine hairs that cover the branches, which resemble velvety deer antlers. Compared to Smooth Sumac, which prefers to live in prairies, this species more frequently occupies woodland areas. In the picture below, you can see this species up close!

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