staghorn sumac Plant
Staghorn Sumac (Rhus typhina) is a shrub/tree that grows 10-15 ft tall, hardy in USDA Zones 4-8, prefers well-drained soil, full sun to part shade, low to medium moisture, not edible, and has medicinal uses.
Habit
Shrub/tree
Height
3-6 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, sandy
Shade
Full sun to part shade
Moisture
Low to medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
North America
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15-30°C
Humidity (%)
50-70%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Balanced, organic NPK
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
1-2 kg
Flowering Time
Summer, Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental, medicinal
NPK ratio
05:10:05
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Antioxidant, medicinal
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Verticillium Wilt, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Aphids
Wilting, yellowing leaves, Dark spots on leaves, White, powdery growth on leaves, Orange or yellow spots on leaves, Distorted leaves, sticky residue
Remove infected branches, improve drainage, Neem oil.
Fungicides with benomyl, Fungicides with copper, Fungicides with myclobutanil, Fungicides with mancozeb, Systemic insecticides (imidacloprid)
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Rich in vitamin C, used to make sumac tea.
· Has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
· May help regulate blood sugar levels.
· Supports digestion and immune health.