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Toxicodendron  

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  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A genus (formerly part of Rhus genus) of shrubs, vines, or trees that yields a highly allergenic oleoresin which causes a severe contact dermatitis (DERMATITIS, TOXICODENDRON). The most toxic species are Toxicodendron vernix (poison sumac), T. diversilobum (poison oak), and T. radicans (poison ivy). T. vernicifera yields a useful varnish from which certain enzymes (laccases) are obtained.

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  • txid289774
  • txid43852
  • txid690247

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-BB63D43R-M

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