Rhus aromatica var. simplicifolia
single-leaved skunkbrush
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Family: Anacardiaceae
Conservation status: CNPS 2B.3
Rhus aromatica var. simplicifolia (single-leaved skunkbrush) is a California plant in the Anacardiaceae family.
Identification and appearance
Key characters: Differentiators are not available at this time.
Bloom period
Rhus aromatica var. simplicifolia blooms Mar-Apr.
Conservation status
CNPS 2B.3
How to tell it apart
vs Malosma: Malosma has simple undivided leaves; Rhus has compound leaves divided into 9+ leaflets.; vs Toxicodendron: Toxicodendron leaflets are shiny-glossy on top; Rhus leaflets are dull and flat-looking.; vs Heteromeles: Heteromeles has simple toothed leaves and smooth red berries; Rhus has compound leaves and fuzzy clustered fruits.; vs Rhamnus: Rhamnus has simple leaves and smooth berries; Rhus has compound leaves and fuzzy red berry clusters.; vs Quercus: Quercus has simple lobed leaves; Rhus has compound leaves divided into multiple leaflets.
Frequently asked questions
When does Rhus aromatica var. simplicifolia bloom?
Rhus aromatica var. simplicifolia blooms Mar-Apr.
What plant family does Rhus aromatica var. simplicifolia belong to?
Rhus aromatica var. simplicifolia is in the Anacardiaceae family, genus Rhus.
Is Rhus aromatica var. simplicifolia rare or endangered?
Rhus aromatica var. simplicifolia carries California Rare Plant Rank 2B.3, state rank S2.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Last updated 2026-10-06
Data from The California Species Project — 14,000+ California species with verified data from CNPS, CDFW, USFWS, Cal-IPC, and more.