Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
punjabensis
ID:
1050039

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.L.Stewart

Source:
tro

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Forest Fl. N.W. India : 120 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001049377



Common Names

  • Rhus Punjabensis
  • Punjabensis Rhus
  • Rhus


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Description

Rhus punjabensis (also called Punjab Sumac, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India. It has a smooth, grayish bark and its leaves are pinnately compound, alternate, and ovate in shape. It grows in open woodlands, thickets, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rhus punjabensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food for some animals.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rhus punjabensis var. sinica (Diels) Rehder & E.H.Wilson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Rhus punjabensis are small, yellow, and fragrant. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings are slender and erect.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhus punjabensis is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 15 feet in height. It is native to India and Pakistan. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Rhus punjabensis

Rhus punjabensis can be found in the Punjab region of India.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-1300008: Based on the initial data import
John Lindsay Stewart (1832-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Stewart' in the authors string.