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Definition of staghorn sumac

staghorn sumac

Plural:staghorn sumacs
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North American A large deciduous shrub or small tree native to eastern North America, characterized by its velvety, antler-like branches, pinnate leaves, and dense, cone-shaped clusters of dark red berries.

Example

"During our autumn hike, we admired the brilliant red foliage of the staghorn sumac growing along the edge of the meadow."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Staghorn sumac is frequently confused with the highly toxic poison sumac; however, staghorn sumac is entirely safe, easily identifiable by its upright, velvety red berry clusters, whereas poison sumac has smooth branches and drooping white berries.

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