Poison Ivy (Rhus radicans)

Family: Cashew Family (Anacardiaceae)

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Origin: Native

Historic First Bloom Seen: June 9*

GPS For Stand: N 39°04.622' W 84°25.002'

Interesting Facts: This plant is NOT considered a wildflower, but rather it occurs as an erect woody shrub, a trailing shrub running along the ground, or a woody vine. It appears throughout the preserve, but can be found in large populations along the streambanks. The toxic Urushiol is transmitted through touch, yielding painful blisters after a matter of hours. The Urushiol can be easily washed away with cool water and soap.

*Average bloom time is based on a compilation of wildflower bloom times from 1975 to present.