The Staghorn Sumac, scientifically known as Rhus Typhina, also known as Deer Antler Lacquer or Torch Lacquer, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the class of dicotyledonous plants, order Sapindales, family Anacardiaceae, and genus Sumac.
The fiery red and bright flowers compactly form a flame-like shape, thus earning the name “Torch Tree”. The Torch Tree presents three different colors throughout the year: white flowers in spring, green leaves and fruits in summer, and red fruits in autumn and winter.
It is a beautiful ornamental plant, typically less than 1 meter tall, with gnarled roots, bushy branches, and a dark tree bark, giving it an ancient appearance.
It is important to note that the Torch Tree is very similar to the Toona Sinensis tree. Although it is non-toxic, it is not good to eat it by mistake.
I. Basic Introduction
The Rhus Typhina, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the class of dicotyledonous plants, order Sapindales, family Anacardiaceae, and genus Sumac. It has pinnate leaves that are elliptical to lanceolate.
The flowers are in upright terminal panicles and have vibrant red seed clusters. The flat spherical fruits have red prickly hairs and are densely clustered, forming a torch shape.
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