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Common Name: Oakbrush Sumac / Skunkbrush
Scientific Name: Rhus trilobata
Native / Introduced: Native
Main Uses:
~Disturbed land restoration
~Wildlife habitat improvement
~Native landscaping
Height: 3-8 feet
Colors: Green/Yellowish flowers
Flowering Season: April-July
Soil Types: Most Soil Textures
Elevation: 4,000 - 8,000
Sun or Shade: Full sun, partial shade
Minimum Precipitation: 10 inches
Lifecycle: Perennial
Estimated Seeds Per Pound: 30,000
Optimal Planting Season: Fall
Planting Depth: 1/4 - 1/2 inches
Stratification Required: Store in freezer and plant in fall to ensure natural stratification
 
Description
Oakbrush Sumac, also known as Skunkbrush, is a deciduous shrub that is widely distributed throughout the western half of the United States, with an elevation range of 3,500 to 8,000 feet. This plant has a root-spreading growth habit and can adapt to most soil textures. It is typically found on dry, shallow soil on rocky foothills and valley bottoms, but it can also be found on more favorable sites. Oakbrush Sumac is intolerant to flooding and high-water tables, but it is a hardy plant that can thrive in many environments.

Oakbrush Sumac is generally a good source of forage for wildlife, it is not, however considered foragable for livestock. The shrub is an important source of food and cover for birds and small mammals, making it a valuable component of many ecosystems. Oakbrush Sumac is also commonly used for disturbed land restoration, wildlife habitat, windbreaks, and native landscaping. Its versatility and adaptability make it an excellent choice for these purposes, as well as for erosion control and water conservation efforts.

Additionally, Oakbrush Sumac is commonly used for disturbed land restoration, wildlife habitat, windbreaks, and native landscaping due to its adaptability and hardiness. Its ability to thrive in a variety of environments makes it an excellent choice for many conservation and land management efforts.
 
Resources
NRCS Plant Profile: https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=RHTR
NRCS Plant Guide: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_rhtr.pdf
 
Photo Credit: Andrey Zharkikh and Hallie Larsen