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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