Staghorn Sumac
Staghorn Sumac is a vigorously suckering shrub that forms a colony over time. It has large compound leaves that turn a brilliant red in the fall.
This plant is very similar to smooth sumac, except the new growth is covered by felt-like hair. Pyramidal clusters of small flowers turn into velvety red fruits in fall. They persist into winter.
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Staghorn Sumac
Staghorn Sumac is a vigorously suckering shrub that forms a colony over time. It has large compound leaves that turn a brilliant red in the fall.
This plant is very similar to smooth sumac, except the new growth is covered by felt-like hair. Pyramidal clusters of small flowers turn into velvety red fruits in fall. They persist into winter.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Rhus typhina
Pronunciation
roos ty-FEE-nuh
Mature Height
15 to 20 ft.
Mature Spread
12 to 15 ft.
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
greenish-yellow
Bloom time
early summer
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
eastern half of United States
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 3-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,500 ft.
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