Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Anacardiaceae

Genus:

Toxicodendron

Species:

Toxicodendron vernicifluum

USDA Symbol:

TOVE3

Growth Characteristics

Height:

2000 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may,jun

Bloom Colors:

yellow-green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fall Color:

red, orange, yellow

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 1-2 months to break dormancy.