Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Staghorn Sumac


Wentworth Farm Conservation Area
Amherst, Massachusetts

Staghorn Sumac "flowers in June to July depending on the part of the country in which it is found. Bees, wasps, and beetles are strongly attracted to the flowers. Some bird and small mammal species eat the fruits. The fruits are sometimes soaked in water to make a tart, somewhat lemony drink. It is occasionally cultivated for its bright red to maroon fall color and persistent red fruits. Numerous lacey leaf cultivars exist. Without attention, it can become weedy." -- U. S. Department of Agriculture

2 comments:

  1. Curioso los datos que facilitas, de esa planta.
    Que tengas un buen día.

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  2. Yes, it comes up everywhere like the weed. Quite persistent.

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