Urushi
(Rhus verniciflua)
Japan
A small Asiatic tree yielding a toxic exudate from which lacquer is obtained. Also known as varnish tree, lacquer tree, Chinese lacquer tree, Japanese lacquer tree, Japanese varnish tree, Japanese sumac. The common names are somewhat misleading. Technically, the plants do not contain a poison; they contain a potent allergen.
No part of this site may be used without the express written permission of Andrew Burgess or a duly appointed agent.
This website is made possible by the support of
http://www.vrealms.com/