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Rhus sylvestris, commonly known as Chinese sumac or Taiwan sumac, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to China's south-central and southeastern regions, Japan, Korea, the Nansei-shoto islands, and Taiwan. Rhus sylvestris (Latin: Rhus sylvestris, family Anacardiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Rhus sylvestris is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Rhus sylvestris is a member of the Anacardiaceae family native to CHC, CHS, JAP, KOR, NNS, and TAI. Rhus sylvestris thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Rhus sylvestris grows best in full sun light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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