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Rhus copallinum

winged sumac, shining sumac

Winged sumac is an excellent and versatile native shrub that puts out beautiful, lacy flower clusters that mature into berries that delight birds and can be steeped for tea. This suckering species is a great option for naturalizing, supporting wildlife, and even for screening.

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Height: 5-8 ft
Spread: 6-10 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-9


Bloom Color: Insignificant

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Dry
Ecoregion
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Fall Foliage
• Fall/Winter Fruit
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Urban Environment
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
• Salt Tolerant
• Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Dioecious (fruits only on female plants)
• Low Maintenance
• Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization
Landscape Use
• Naturalize
• Hedge/screening
• Massing
• Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red Fruit
• Red to Purple Fall Foliage
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


winged sumac - Rhus copallinum from Native Plant Trust
winged sumac - Rhus copallinum from Native Plant Trust
winged sumac - Rhus copallinum from Native Plant Trust