Wallichii Sumac (Rhus wallichii)

Family: Anacardiaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Rhus wallichii is a deciduous Tree growing to 8 m (26ft 3in). It is frost tender. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is not self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Shady and open places in forests and shrubberies at elevations of 300 - 2500 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)