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The Wax Tree (Rhus succedanea) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the eastern and southeastern regions of Asia, including Assam, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Japan, Korea, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, Vietnam, and parts of India. Wax Tree (Latin: Rhus succedanea) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Wax Tree is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Wax Tree is a member native to ASS, BAN, CBD, CHN, CHC, and CHS. The Wax Tree thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Wax Tree grows best in USDA zone 4-9, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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