Pistacia chinensis

by Ron Vanderhoff, Orange County CNPS

Common Name(s)

Chinese pistachio

Synonym(s)

P. formosana, P. philippinensis, Rhus argyi, R. gummifera

Is this plant a cultivar? No

Life History: Perennial

Growth Form: tree

Native Range

China to the Philippines

Plant Description

Smaller tree with small red fruit and a sharp smell. Presents brilliant red foliage in the fall.

History as an Ornamental

Reliable tree for streetside planting, lawn, patio, or garden

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by Ron Vanderhoff, Orange County CNPS
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