Rhus encompasses both deciduous and evergreen shrubs and trees characterized by simple, pinnate or palmately-divided foliage that frequently exhibits vibrant autumn hues. In spring or summer, these plants produce subtle yellow flowers, which are succeeded by small, round red fruits that grow in dense clusters.

Rhus

Rhus aromatica

Rhus aromatica 'Gro-low'

Rhus cf. chinensis

Rhus chinensis is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 6 meters tall. It features robust, downy shoots and mid-green foliage, with leaves reaching lengths of up to 40 centimeters, typically consisting of 7 to 13 leaflets. In the autumn, the leaves transition to a red hue. During late summer, the tree produces upright clusters of yellow-white flowers, which are succeeded by rounded clusters of red fruit.

Rhus chinensis

Rhus chinensis var. roxburghii

Rhus copallinum

Rhus copallinum red-leaved

Rhus copallinum var. latifolia Prairie Flame ('Morton')

Rhus coriaria

Rhus glabra is a suckering shrub characterized by its smooth, erect stems and elongated leaves that can reach lengths of 45 cm. The leaflets are glossy and bluish-green, transitioning to a vibrant red as autumn approaches. In the summer months, this plant produces compact, conical inflorescences composed of small, yellow-green flowers. If pollination occurs on female specimens, these flowers will be succeeded by round red fruits.

Rhus glabra

Rhus glabra 'Laciniata' Carrière

Rhus glabra 'Laciniata' ambig.

Rhus integrifolia

Rhus japonica

Rhus javanica

Rhus lentii

Rhus microphylla

Rhus ovata

Rhus pendulina

Rhus potaninii is a rounded, deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 12 meters. Its leaves are dark green, measuring as much as 35 centimeters in length, and consist of 7 to 11 leaflets. In autumn, the foliage transitions to a red hue. During the summer, it produces hanging clusters of creamy white flowers, which are succeeded by spherical, hairy red fruit.

Rhus potaninii

Rhus punjabensis

Rhus punjabensis var. sinica

Rhus terebinthifolia

Rhus trilobata

Rhus trilobata 'Autumn Amber'

Rhus typhina is a sizable, suckering deciduous shrub that can reach heights of up to 6 meters. It features reddish, hairy stems and broad pinnate leaves that transition to shades of red and orange in the fall. This species is dioecious, producing yellow-green flower clusters, which are followed by dense clusters of crimson fruit on female specimens.

Rhus typhina

Rhus typhina 'Dissecta' is a deciduous shrub or small tree characterized by its open, spreading growth habit. It typically achieves a height of about 4 meters and can expand to around 6 meters in width. The foliage consists of finely dissected, fern-like leaves that can have as many as 27 leaflets. In the fall, these leaves transform into vibrant hues of red, yellow, and orange. Female specimens bear clusters of small, yellowish-green flowers from late spring through early summer, which are succeeded by pyramidal formations of deep red fruits.

Rhus typhina 'Dissecta'

Rhus typhina 'Radiance' is a sizable shrub or small tree characterized by its stiff, young branches that have a velvety texture. The foliage consists of large leaves made up of many leaflets, initially emerging in a salmon pink hue. As the season progresses into summer, these leaves shift to a yellow-green color, before transitioning to vibrant red, orange, and yellow tones in the fall.

Rhus typhina Radiance ('Sinrus')

Rhus typhina 'Tiger Eyes' is a compact, deciduous tree that produces finely divided leaves. The foliage begins as green, transitioning to golden yellow, and eventually displaying orange and red hues in the fall. From June to August, it bears greenish-yellow flowers, which are succeeded by dense clusters of red fruits in autumn. While this variety suckers less aggressively than other Sumac types, it can still present challenges in terms of management.

Rhus typhina Tiger Eyes ('Bailtiger'PBR)

Rhus vernix

Rhus virens

Rhus virescens var. mexicana

Rhus x pulvinata

Rhus x pulvinata (Autumn Lace Group) 'Red Autumn Lace' is a deciduous shrub that spreads through suckering, featuring pinnate leaves made up of 11 to 13 leaflets. During the summer months, it produces erect, conical clusters of yellow-green flowers, which are then succeeded by round, bristly red berries. In the fall, the leaves transform into vibrant shades of red and orange.