Rhus Trilobata (Noun)
Meaning
Deciduous shrub of California with unpleasantly scented usually trifoliate leaves and edible fruit.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Rhus trilobata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, often found in California's desert regions.
- The combination of Rhus trilobata's distinctive smell and trifoliate leaves makes it easily identifiable as a deciduous shrub.
- Rhus trilobata produces edible fruit but wear gloves when handling, as the sap can cause skin irritation in some individuals.
- Gardeners sometimes cultivate Rhus trilobata in California for its attractive foliage, texture, and easy maintenance requirements.
- Outdoorsmen often recognize Rhus trilobata for its sprawling habit, and may forage its fruit in the wild.