Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
linguata
ID:
403914

Status:
valid

Authors:
Slis

Source:
ksu

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 97 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000403246



Common Names

  • Rhus linguata
  • Tongue-leaved Sumac
  • Tongue-leaved Rhus


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Description

Rhus linguata (also called Tongue-Leaved Sumac, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. It is found in moist forests, and grows to a height of up to 10 m.

Uses & Benefits

Rhus linguata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhus linguata has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small and dark brown. Its seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped leaves that are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhus linguata is an evergreen shrub with leathery, glossy leaves and clusters of small, bell-shaped flowers. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Rhus linguata

Rhus linguata can be found in the Mediterranean region, the Middle East, and parts of Africa.

Rhus linguata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhus linguata?

Rhus linguata

What type of plant is Rhus linguata?

Tree

Where does Rhus linguata grow?

Southern Africa

Species in the Rhus genus

Rhus amherstensis, Rhus bahamensis, Rhus oaxacana, Rhus ciliolata, Rhus caudata, Rhus chinensis, Rhus coriaria, Rhus hartmanii, Rhus duckerae, Rhus schiedeana, Rhus typhina, Rhus terebinthifolia, Rhus taishanensis, Rhus taitensis, Rhus potaninii, Rhus lamprocarpa, Rhus lenticellosa, Rhus linguata, Rhus glabra, Rhus punjabensis, Rhus allophyloides, Rhus andrieuxii, Rhus chondroloma, Rhus jaliscana, Rhus lanceolata, Rhus microphylla, Rhus muelleri, Rhus pachyrrhachis, Rhus rubifolia, Rhus tepetate, Rhus trilobata, Rhus choriophylla, Rhus copallinum, Rhus integrifolia, Rhus kearneyi, Rhus michauxii, Rhus ovata, Rhus pulvinata, Rhus sandwicensis, Rhus virens, Rhus pre, Rhus laevigata, Rhus stenophylla, Rhus aromatica, Rhus vestita, Rhus barclayi, Rhus standleyi, Rhus integrifolia, Rhus wilsonii, Rhus teniana,

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

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