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Skunk Bush (Rhus trilobata), belonging to the Anacardiaceae family, is a shrub native to central and western North America as well as parts of Mexico. Skunk Bush (Latin: Rhus trilobata, family Anacardiaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Skunk Bush is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Skunk Bush is a member of the Anacardiaceae family native to ABT, ARI, ARK, CAL, COL, and IDA. Skunk Bush thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soils that are light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Skunk Bush grows best in USDA zone 4-6, full sun light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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