Scientific Name
Rhus aromatica
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Family Name
Anacardiaceae
Common Name
Fragrant sumac, lemon sumac, and aromatic sumac
Description
Rhus aromatica is a(n) perennial shrub, which grows 2 ft. to 6 ft. in height. This species is commonly found land from Quebec and Vermont to Kansas, south to eastern Texas and east to Florida. The leaves are alternate. Rhus aromatica has yellow red flowers that bloom from March to April.
Horticulture Notes
Seed Collection: Collect seed in late summer
Germination: Stratification
Vegetative Propagation: Division of roots
Soils: Adaptable to most soils
Light: Full sun
Water: Moderate
Notes: Soaking seed in hot water or concentrated sulfuric acid (1 hour) can increase permeability in seed coat.Fall sowing is best. However if spring sowing seed must be treated and stratified 30-90 days before planting. Takes around ten to twenty days to germinate after pre-treatments.