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How can you tell the difference between poison sumac and a young pecan tree?
From what I understand, Poison Sumac only grows in very wet areas such as bogs and wetlands. However common sumac looks very similar to a pecan. Eventually, the dense cluster of drupes (or sumac bobs) should give it away. As a extra note, I think the drupes are white on poison sumac.
What kind of tree is one that has one to one and a half inch thorns on the branches leaves look like a sumac and grows over 60 feet tall?
The tree you are describing sounds like the Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos). It is known for its large thorns on the branches, compound leaves that resemble those of sumac, and can grow to be over 60 feet tall.
What does poison sumac look like?
Poison sumac is a shrub or small tree with smooth, hairless leaves that typically cluster in groups of 7-13, forming a leaflet at the end of a stem. The leaves are oval-shaped and have a waxy appearance, with a shiny green color that turns red or orange in the fall. It produces small, greenish-white flowers in loose clusters that develop into white berries.
How do you remove sumac?
Sumac can be removed by cutting the trunk near to ground level. A herbicide should also be applied to the freshly cut stump. A few weeks later, begin to pull up and dig out the sumac stump, then monitor the areas for any new sprouts of sumac to remove.
Tree that starts with h?
Hemlock is a type of tree that starts with the letter "H". It is a coniferous tree known for its dense foliage and pyramid-like shape. Hemlock trees are commonly found in North America and can grow to be quite tall.
Is a sumac tree a heterotroph?
No, a sumac tree is not a heterotroph; it is a autotroph. As a plant, a sumac tree produces its own food through photosynthesis, using sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to create energy-rich organic compounds. Heterotrophs, on the other hand, obtain their nutrients by consuming other organisms.
Is the sumac tree edible and are there any culinary uses for it?
Yes, the sumac tree is edible, specifically the red berries it produces. The berries can be dried and ground into a spice called sumac, which is commonly used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine to add a tangy flavor to dishes.
Which Shrub with feathery panicles is related to sumac?
I think the answer is the Smoke Tree
What type of tree was in the book A Tree Grows in Brooklyn?
The tree of Heaven, Ailanthus altissima, also called the Chinese Sumac or the Stinking Sumac. This is a very invasive foreign species that spreads over vacant lots especially in the poorer areas of New York at that time.
What is the scientific name 'Rhus toxicodendron' in English?
'Toxic sumac tree' may be an English equivalent of 'Rhus toxicodendron'. The Greek word 'Rhus' refers to the 'Sumac' members of the Anacardioidea subfamily. The Greek word 'toxicodendron' means 'toxic tree'.
Is sumac evergreen coniferous?
No, sumac is not evergreen or coniferous. It is a deciduous shrub or small tree belonging to the Anacardiaceae family. Sumac typically loses its leaves in the fall and regrows them in the spring. It is known for its vibrant autumn foliage and distinctive clusters of red berries.
How can you tell the difference between poison sumac and a young pecan tree?
From what I understand, Poison Sumac only grows in very wet areas such as bogs and wetlands. However common sumac looks very similar to a pecan. Eventually, the dense cluster of drupes (or sumac bobs) should give it away. As a extra note, I think the drupes are white on poison sumac.
What is 'Chinese sumac' in Latin?
Ailanthus altissima is the scientific name of 'Chinese sumac'. More familiar common names in the United States of America are 'Tree of heaven' and 'Stink tree'. It's called 'Tree of heaven' because of its ability to grow healthy and tall despite adverse environmental conditions. It's called 'stink tree' because of the unpleasant odor from its unattractively colored blooms.
Is the sumac plant always poisonous?
No, African sumac [Rhus lancea] isn't poisonous to animals. But it's a close relative of poison ivy [Toxicodendron radicans]. So all parts of the tree contain the urushiol oil to which many humans are allergic.
Can a dog eat a staghorn sumac?
My chihuahua mix eats the bark off a fallen staghorn sumac at least once a day, and has shown no ill effects. The flowers of the tree are edible (for people) and contain lots of vitamin C.
How can I identify a poison sumac tree?
You can identify a poison sumac tree by looking for clusters of smooth, oval-shaped leaves arranged in rows of 7-13 leaflets. The leaves are shiny and have a white or pale yellow color on the underside. The tree also produces small greenish-white berries that hang in loose clusters. Be cautious as contact with the leaves or any part of the tree can cause a rash or skin irritation.
Can horses eat the bark of a sumac tree?
Horses can typically eat the bark of Sumac trees with no ill effects and it is not listed as being toxic. However it should be noted that if horses are allowed to strip bark off of trees it can and will kill the trees.
