Pacific Poison Oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum) is a plant native to western North America. It causes severe allergic contact dermatitis, growing as a shrub, groundcover,
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Sunlight
Adaptable
Watering
Low
Soil
Well-draining. Adaptable to various soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.
Temperature
Broad Range
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
None
Adaptable
Thrives in partial shade to full sun, tolerating a wide range of light conditions.
Low
Requires minimal water once established, highly drought-tolerant.
Well-draining. Adaptable to various soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils.
Broad Range
Tolerates a wide temperature range typical of temperate climates, from 10-30 °C.
Outdoor
None
No fertilization is required or recommended.
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine, Creeper
Plant Category
Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-6 m
Spread
0.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green, Red, Orange, Yellow
Leaf Type
Compound, trifoliate
Flower Size
0.2-0.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 10/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 9/5
Edible
No
All parts of the plant contain urushiol, an oily resin that causes severe allergic contact dermatitis (itching, redness, swelling, blisters) upon skin contact in most individuals. Smoke from burning plants is also highly toxic.
