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Range.

Maine south to Florida, west to Texas,

and north to Minnesota (shaded states).

It is most abundant within the coastal

plains and Great Lakes regions.

Friend or Foe?

harmless smooth, staghorn, or dwarf sumac by the shape or

location of blooms, fruit, and leaves. Smooth and staghorn

sumac have slender, lance

edges (bottom, left). Harmless sumacs

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arranged in clusters on small branches (top, right), that

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What does poison sumac look like?Poison sumac(L.) Kuntzeelder”, “poison dogwood”, “swampsumac”, “poisontree”, is a woody, perennial plant thatgrows as a shrub or small tree(average height, 525groups of 7 to 13 oval leaflets withsmooth edges. The leaf stems arealways red. The bark is gray andsmooth. Small yellowdevelop into grayish white berries,

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What does poison sumac look like?Poison sumac(L.) Kuntzeelder”, “poison dogwood”, “swampsumac”, “poisontree”, is a woody, perennial plant thatgrows as a shrub or small tree(average height, 525 feet). The leaves are arranged ingroups of 7 to 13 oval leaflets withsmooth edges. The leaf stems arealways red. The bark is gray andsmooth. Small yellowdevelop into grayish white berries,

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What does poison sumac look like?Poison sumac(L.) Kuntzeelder”, “poison dogwood”, “swampsumac”, “poisontree”, is a woody, perennial plant thatgrows as a shrub or small tree(average height, 5

feet). The leaves are arranged ingroups of 7 to 13 oval leaflets withsmooth edges. The leaf stems arealways red. The bark is gray andsmooth. Small yellowdevelop into grayish white berries,

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What does poison sumac look like?Poison sumac(L.) Kuntzeelder”, “poison dogwood”, “swampsumac”, “poisontree”, is a woody, perennial plant thatgrows as a shrub or small tree(average height, 5


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All parts of the plant, except the pollen, contain urushiol, a toxin that causesirritation and blistering of the skin. To cause injury, urushiol must contact the skin, either directly by touching the plan


What does poison sumac look like?Poison sumac(L.) Kuntze, also known as “poisonelder”, “poison dogwood”, “swampsumac”, “poisontree”, is a woody, perennial plant thatgrows as a shrub or small tree(average height, 5


arranged in slender,drooping axillary (wheleaf stems meet thebranches) clusters. Plants are reproduced from seeds in the fruit.

Where am I likely to encounter poison sumac?Poison sumac is found from Maine south to Florida, west to Texas, and northto Minnesota. It is most abundant within tregions, and thrives in wet soil conditions associated with swamps, marshes,and along river or pond shorelines.

How can I tell the harmless types of sumac from poison sumac?Smooth sumac ((habitats, whereas poison sumac prefers wet soils.have red fruits that together form a distinctive terminal seed head.staghorn sumacs have more than 13 leaflets, and the leaflet edges areserrated.

Why is it important not to come in contact with poison sumac?All parts of poison sumac plants, except the pollen, contain a toxic, oilysubstance, called urushiolplant throughout the year. Urushiol causes irritation and blistering of the skin.To cause dermatitis, the oil must contact the skin, either directly by touching theplant, or indirectly by touchinggloves or other clothing, tools, animals, water, or firewood. The dermatitis isapparently an anaphylactic reaction; that is, it occurs only after sensitization byprevious exposure. Individual sensitivity can vnear immunity. Dermatitisappear in as little to 3 or 4 hours or be delayed for several days.

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What does poison sumac look like?Poison sumac (Toxicodendron vernix

, also known as “poisonelder”, “poison dogwood”, “swampsumac”, “poison-wood”, and “poisontree”, is a woody, perennial plant thatgrows as a shrub or small tree(average height, 5




How can I tell the harmless types of sumac from poison sumac?Smooth sumac ((Rhus copallinahabitats, whereas poison sumac prefers wet soils.have red fruits that together form a distinctive terminal seed head.staghorn sumacs have more than 13 leaflets, and the leaflet edges areserrated.


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What does poison sumac look like?Toxicodendron vernix

, also known as “poisonelder”, “poison dogwood”, “swamp

wood”, and “poisontree”, is a woody, perennial plant thatgrows as a shrub or small tree(average height, 5-6 feet, maximum,




How can I tell the harmless types of sumac from poison sumac?Smooth sumac (Rhus copallina

habitats, whereas poison sumac prefers wet soils.have red fruits that together form a distinctive terminal seed head.staghorn sumacs have more than 13 leaflets, and the leaflet edges areserrated.


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wood”, and “poisontree”, is a woody, perennial plant thatgrows as a shrub or small tree

6 feet, maximum,feet). The leaves are arranged in

groups of 7 to 13 oval leaflets withsmooth edges. The leaf stems arealways red. The bark is gray andsmooth. Small yellow-green flowersdevelop into grayish white berries,




habitats, whereas poison sumac prefers wet soils.have red fruits that together form a distinctive terminal seed head.staghorn sumacs have more than 13 leaflets, and the leaflet edges areserrated.


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groups of 7 to 13 oval leaflets withsmooth edges. The leaf stems arealways red. The bark is gray and

green flowersdevelop into grayish white berries,




habitats, whereas poison sumac prefers wet soils.have red fruits that together form a distinctive terminal seed head.staghorn sumacs have more than 13 leaflets, and the leaflet edges are


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How can I tell the harmless types of sumac from poison sumac?Smooth sumac (Rhus glabraRhus copallina) are harmless plants. These species are

habitats, whereas poison sumac prefers wet soils.have red fruits that together form a distinctive terminal seed head.staghorn sumacs have more than 13 leaflets, and the leaflet edges are


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How can I tell the harmless types of sumac from poison sumac?Rhus glabra

) are harmless plants. These species arehabitats, whereas poison sumac prefers wet soils.have red fruits that together form a distinctive terminal seed head.staghorn sumacs have more than 13 leaflets, and the leaflet edges are


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wood”, and “poison-tree”, is a woody, perennial plant that




arranged in slender,drooping axillary (whereleaf stems meet thebranches) clusters. Plants are reproduced from seeds in the fruit.





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Identifying Poison Sumac.13 leaflets arranged in pairs with a single leaflet at the end of themidrib (left).The leaflets arein height from 5 to 6 feet, but can grow to 25 feet. Poison sumacshrubs usually have a leaning growth habit (right). Their stems, fromground level to middle height, are the same thickness.






How can I tell the harmless types of sumac from poison sumac?Rhus glabra), staghorn sumac (


Why is it important not to come in contact with poison sumac?All parts of poison sumac plants, except the pollen, contain a toxic, oily

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(pronounced "youplant throughout the year. Urushiol causes irritation and blistering of the skin.To cause dermatitis, the oil must contact the skin, either directly by touching theplant, or indirectly by touching things that have touched the plant such asgloves or other clothing, tools, animals, water, or firewood. The dermatitis isapparently an anaphylactic reaction; that is, it occurs only after sensitization byprevious exposure. Individual sensitivity can v


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Poison sumac grows as a shrub or small tree and is found from Maine south to Florida, west toTexas, and north to Minnesota. It thrives in wet soil conditions, and is most commonlyencountered in swamps, marshes, and along river or pond shorelines. Plants are poisonous at








(pronounced "youplant throughout the year. Urushiol causes irritation and blistering of the skin.To cause dermatitis, the oil must contact the skin, either directly by touching the

things that have touched the plant such asgloves or other clothing, tools, animals, water, or firewood. The dermatitis isapparently an anaphylactic reaction; that is, it occurs only after sensitization byprevious exposure. Individual sensitivity can v


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Identifying Poison Sumac.13 leaflets arranged in pairs with a single leaflet at the end of themidrib (left). The veins from which the leaflets grow are always red.The leaflets arein height from 5 to 6 feet, but can grow to 25 feet. Poison sumacshrubs usually have a leaning growth habit (right). Their stems, fromground level to middle height, are the same thickness.

found from Maine south to Florida, west toTexas, and north to Minnesota. It thrives in wet soil conditions, and is most commonlyencountered in swamps, marshes, and along river or pond shorelines. Plants are poisonous at




Where am I likely to encounter poison sumac?Poison sumac is found from Maine south to Florida, west to Texas, and northto Minnesota. It is most abundant within tregions, and thrives in wet soil conditions associated with swamps, marshes,







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Identifying Poison Sumac.13 leaflets arranged in pairs with a single leaflet at the end of the

The veins from which the leaflets grow are always red.The leaflets are ovalin height from 5 to 6 feet, but can grow to 25 feet. Poison sumacshrubs usually have a leaning growth habit (right). Their stems, fromground level to middle height, are the same thickness.





Where am I likely to encounter poison sumac?Poison sumac is found from Maine south to Florida, west to Texas, and northto Minnesota. It is most abundant within the coastal plains and Great Lakesregions, and thrives in wet soil conditions associated with swamps, marshes,







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The veins from which the leaflets grow are always red.oval-shaped with smooth edges. Mature plants range

in height from 5 to 6 feet, but can grow to 25 feet. Poison sumacshrubs usually have a leaning growth habit (right). Their stems, fromground level to middle height, are the same thickness.





Where am I likely to encounter poison sumac?Poison sumac is found from Maine south to Florida, west to Texas, and north

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How can I protect myself against the dermatitis caused by poison sumac?The best prevention is recognition of poison sumac plants and appropriateavoidance. Barrier creams containing 5% bentoquatam, are the only FDAto protect against or reduce the severity of the rash cau

What are some of the common myths associated with poison sumac?

How can I eliminate poison sumac from my property?The presence of poison sumac should not be tolerated around child day care facilities or schools, and can be a significantnuisance when present in theat your supporting clinic to identify suspect plants found around a building.Office before applying he

Nonchemical Approachesthe plants die. Roots can be dug up and pulled out of the soil. All the roots must be removed toplant parts where they cannot contaminate people or animals. Never try toplant is burned, urushiol goes into the air on the dust and soot in smoke, and this can resultrespiratory tract or on the skin.

Chemical Approachestoolsexercised when using these herbicides, since most shrubs, broadleaf ground covers, or herbaceous garden plants which arecontacted by the sprays will be killed. Herbicides may notto treat regrowth may be necessary.

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How can I eliminate poison sumac from my property?The presence of poison sumac should not be tolerated around child day care facilities or schools, and can be a significantnuisance when present in theat your supporting clinic to identify suspect plants found around a building.Office before applying herbicides for poison sumac control.

Nonchemical Approaches.the plants die. Roots can be dug up and pulled out of the soil. All the roots must be removed toplant parts where they cannot contaminate people or animals. Never try toplant is burned, urushiol goes into the air on the dust and soot in smoke, and this can resultrespiratory tract or on the skin.

. Herbicide products that contain the active ingredient glyphosate or triclopyr are two of the most effectivefor poison sumac elimination around a propert


S. 2003. Identification of Poison Ivy, Poison Oak and Poison Sumac in Florida. Circular ENH886,Horticulture Department, FL Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, Univ.

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What can I do if I suspect that my skin or clothes have been exposed toAfter contact with urushiol, it usually takes a littlWashing thoroughly within 5-10 minutes after contact can significantly reducelikelihood/severity of dermatitis. Wash the exposed skin with soap and cold water,followed with rubbing alcohol or a solution of water anto dissolve the unabsorbed urushiol. Rinse thoroughly, since this solution onlyflushes away the poison, and does not inactivate it. Urushiol can remain active oncontaminated clothing, bedding, tools, and other surfaces fotemperature laundering will usually get rid of urushiol on fabrics. Thoroughly rinsewith water any contaminated tools or equipment.



How can I eliminate poison sumac from my property?The presence of poison sumac should not be tolerated around child day care facilities or schools, and can be a significantnuisance when present in the landscaping outside dwellings and workplaces. Cat your supporting clinic to identify suspect plants found around a building.

rbicides for poison sumac control.

. Young shoots can be repeatedlythe plants die. Roots can be dug up and pulled out of the soil. All the roots must be removed toplant parts where they cannot contaminate people or animals. Never try toplant is burned, urushiol goes into the air on the dust and soot in smoke, and this can resultrespiratory tract or on the skin.

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What can I do if I suspect that my skin or clothes have been exposed toAfter contact with urushiol, it usually takes a littl

10 minutes after contact can significantly reducelikelihood/severity of dermatitis. Wash the exposed skin with soap and cold water,followed with rubbing alcohol or a solution of water anto dissolve the unabsorbed urushiol. Rinse thoroughly, since this solution onlyflushes away the poison, and does not inactivate it. Urushiol can remain active oncontaminated clothing, bedding, tools, and other surfaces fotemperature laundering will usually get rid of urushiol on fabrics. Thoroughly rinsewith water any contaminated tools or equipment.



How can I eliminate poison sumac from my property?The presence of poison sumac should not be tolerated around child day care facilities or schools, and can be a significant

landscaping outside dwellings and workplaces. Cat your supporting clinic to identify suspect plants found around a building.


Young shoots can be repeatedlythe plants die. Roots can be dug up and pulled out of the soil. All the roots must be removed toplant parts where they cannot contaminate people or animals. Never try toplant is burned, urushiol goes into the air on the dust and soot in smoke, and this can result




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