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Toxicodendron diversilobum
western poison oak
Other common names
Californian poison oakSynonyms
Rhus diversilobaBotanical details
- Family
- Anacardiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Genus
Toxicodendron
- Genus description
A genus of flowering trees, shrubs and woody vines with variable green feathered foliage that can be smooth, toothed or lobed. Plants within this genus produce 'urushiol' oil which can irritate the skin
- Name status
Correct
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