Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
coriaria
ID:
403452

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 265 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402784

Common Names

  • Rhus coriaria
  • Coriaria Rhus
  • Coriaria Rhus Plant

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Synonyms

  • Rhus heterophylla C.C.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Rhus variifolia ex DC. [unknown]
  • Rhus sumac O.Targ.Tozz. [unknown]
  • Toxicodendron coriaria (L.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Rhus coriaria (also called Coriaria Rhus, Coriaria Rhus-grass, and Coriaria Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant with a cylindrical stem and long, thin leaves. It is native to Europe, and is commonly found in wetlands, marshes, and shallow water bodies.

Uses & Benefits

Rhus coriaria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Rhus coriaria has small yellow flowers with 5 petals. Seeds: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhus coriaria is a deciduous shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Rhus coriaria

Rhus coriaria is native to temperate regions of Europe and North America.

Rhus coriaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhus coriaria?

Rhus coriaria

Where is Rhus coriaria found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

What is the growth habit of Rhus coriaria?

It is a shrub or small tree

Species in the Rhus genus

Rhus amherstensis, Rhus bahamensis, Rhus oaxacana, Rhus ciliolata, Rhus caudata, Rhus chinensis, Rhus coriaria, Rhus hartmanii, Rhus duckerae, Rhus schiedeana, Rhus typhina, Rhus terebinthifolia, Rhus taishanensis, Rhus taitensis, Rhus potaninii, Rhus lamprocarpa, Rhus lenticellosa, Rhus linguata, Rhus glabra, Rhus punjabensis, Rhus allophyloides, Rhus andrieuxii, Rhus chondroloma, Rhus jaliscana, Rhus lanceolata, Rhus microphylla, Rhus muelleri, Rhus pachyrrhachis, Rhus rubifolia, Rhus tepetate, Rhus trilobata, Rhus choriophylla, Rhus copallinum, Rhus integrifolia, Rhus kearneyi, Rhus michauxii, Rhus ovata, Rhus pulvinata, Rhus sandwicensis, Rhus virens, Rhus pre, Rhus laevigata, Rhus stenophylla, Rhus aromatica, Rhus vestita, Rhus barclayi, Rhus standleyi, Rhus integrifolia, Rhus wilsonii, Rhus teniana,

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

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