Rhus typhina Family: Anacardiaceae (cashew family) Common Names: staghorn summac, velvet sumac Description The staghorn sumac is commonly shrubby, occurring in small groups from root suckers. It is also encountered as a tree 25-35 in height and 6-12 in diameter. The leaves are alternate and pinate and the fruit is borne as a dense cluster of deep crimson dry berries at the top of the tree. The fruits ripen in the fall and persist throughout the winter. It has an irregular open and flat crown. Lo ... Amazon / Hirts: Seed; Bonsai / Lawn & Patio Price: 3.99 $
Rhus aromatica (Fragrant sumac) has become naturalized throughout the eastern half of the United States. This sumac is a low-growing shrub, reaching 5 to 6 feet in height at maturity with an equal spread. Its foliage is dark green and glossy. The leaves turn attractive shades of orange, red, and purple in autumn. Leaves and twigs are aromatic when brushed (hence the species name). Fragrant sumac has bright yellow flowers in the spring that give way in late summer to small clusters of showy, red ... Amazon / Hirts: Seed; Trees & Shrubs / Lawn & Patio Price: 3.99 $