Flameleaf Sumac (Rhus copallina)

The Flameleaf Sumac, Rhus copallina, is a shrub or occasionally a small tree. It is a prolific sprouter after a fire.Leaves have a winged axis and turn flame red to dark purple in the fall, hence the common name. Hit the buy now button to get one of your own! It is widespread in open uplands along fence rows and in waste places. Fruit matures in late summer remaining attached into winter and is eaten by many species of birds and white-tailed deer. White-tailed deer also use it as a browse. When left alone it will often form thickets. * $9.95