Toxicodendron

Engelsk definition

A genus (formerly part of Rhus genus) of shrubs, vines, or trees that yields a highly allergenic oleoresin which causes a severe contact dermatitis (DERMATITIS, TOXICODENDRON). The most toxic species are Toxicodendron vernix (poison sumac), T. diversilobum (poison oak), and T. radicans (poison ivy). T. vernicifera yields a useful varnish from which certain enzymes (laccases) are obtained.

Svenska synonymer

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Engelska synonymer

Toxicodendrons — Poison Sumac — Poison Sumacs — Sumacs, Poison — Sumac, Poison — Poison Ivy — Ivies, Poison — Poison Ivies — Ivy, Poison — Poison Oak — Oaks, Poison — Poison Oaks — Oak, Poison — Rhus toxicodendron — Rhus toxicodendrons — toxicodendron, Rhus