Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to maintain healthy root systems for Toxicodendron succedaneum.
Also known as Japanese Wax Tree · Japanese Waxtree · Red-Lac
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Wax Tree (Toxicodendron succedaneum) is an ornamental deciduous shrub or small tree known for its attractive foliage and fruit. It is a member of the cashew family.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates full sun and shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained soils
50% intensity
Moderate to Warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Light
25% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested. Contact with sap can cause skin irritation and dermatitis.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to maintain healthy root systems for Toxicodendron succedaneum.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain shape and encourage air circulation.
Light pruning can be done throughout the growing season to control size. Wear gloves as sap can be irritating.
Propagation is typically done through seeds sown in autumn or spring, or by softwood cuttings taken in summer. Seeds may require stratification. Cuttings should be rooted in a well-draining potting mix.
Ensure adequate warmth and humidity for successful establishment.
Repot young plants every 1-2 years in spring. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently, every 3-4 years. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
Repotting provides fresh nutrients and space for root growth.
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Where Wax Tree (Toxicodendron succedaneum) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Anacardiaceae |
| Genus | Toxicodendron |
| Species | Toxicodendron succedaneum |
Similar in genus Toxicodendron
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