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Prairie Sumac
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Prairie Sumac

Rhus lanceolata
In the United States: Native · also called Flameleaf sumac, Prairie flameleaf sumac

Honeybees visit prairie sumac for its abundant nectar and pollen from creamy white flower panicles, making it a valuable mid-summer resource in dry, open habitats. Peak bloom typically spans July to August in northern hemisphere temperate zones, supporting forager activity during a often nectar-scarce period. As a resilient shrub, it requires little maintenance beyond occasional pruning to control thicket formation, though it can be browsed by deer in some areas.

Nectarhigh
Pollenhigh
Bloom (US) July–August
Duration~3 weeks
TypePerennial
Sunfull
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