This medium sized evergreen shrub is native to the rocky slopes of southeastern Arizona, New Mexico, Texas & Mexico at elevations of 2100-5000'. It has a moderate growth rate to about 8' tall by 10' wide. The dark green compound leaves have thick waxy lance-shaped leaflets with pointed tips. New growth may appear bronze-red as it first emerges. It grows well in full sun or part shade but requires good drainage. Clusters of small white flowers in the spring are followed by showy red berries. In the low desert, partial shade is preferred.
Rhus virens v. virens (Evergreen Sumac)
Rhus virens v. virens
Evergreen Sumac, Tobacco Sumac, Lambrisco, Lentrisco
This medium sized evergreen shrub is native to the rocky slopes of southeastern Arizona, New Mexico, Texas & Mexico at elevations of 2100-5000'. It has a moderate growth rate to about 8' tall by 10' wide. The dark green compound leaves have thick waxy lance-shaped leaflets with pointed tips. New growth may appear bronze-red as it first emerges. It grows well in full sun or part shade but requires good drainage. Clusters of small white flowers in the spring are followed by showy red berries. In the low desert, partial shade is preferred.
| Plant Type | Native, Perennial, Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 7 (0° F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer |
| Growth Rate | Moderate, Slow |
| Height | 8 (ft) |
| Spread | 10 (ft) |
| Spacing | 2' - 3' (ft) |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Tolerance | Dry Soil, Heat |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
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