Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
trichocarpum
ID:
410022

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 1: 154 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409354



Common Names

  • Toxicodendron Trichocarpum
  • Trichocarpum Toxicodendron
  • Hairy Poison Ivy


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Synonyms

  • Rhus trichocarpa Miq. [unknown]
  • Toxicodendron trichocarpum viride (H.Hara) Yonek. [unknown]

Description

Toxicodendron trichocarpum (also called Poison Oak, among many other common names) is a small, woody vine that grows up to 10 m tall. It has three-lobed leaves, with the upper surface being dark green and the lower surface being light green. It is native to North America, and is found in woodlands, forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Toxicodendron trichocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Toxicodendron trichocarpum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Toxicodendron trichocarpum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Toxicodendron trichocarpum

Toxicodendron trichocarpum can be found in the temperate forests of North America and Europe.

Toxicodendron trichocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Toxicodendron trichocarpum?

Toxicodendron trichocarpum

What is the common name of Toxicodendron trichocarpum?

Poison oak

What is the natural habitat of Toxicodendron trichocarpum?

It is found in woodlands, fields, and roadsides.

Species in the Toxicodendron genus

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 kew-2435223: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.