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There are a number of plants to avoid in Delaware. Here's how to identify the big three – poison ivy, oak and sumac.
Poison oak is similar in appearance to poison ivy but is usually found as a shrub rather than a vine. It can have clusters of three, five, or seven leaves, which resemble oak leaves—hence the name.
THE TASTE of young poison oak is surprisingly mild, grassy and only a little bit tart. Two dozen glossy green-and-red leaves ...
Like poison ivy and poison sumac, poison oak releases an oil called urushiol when it sustains damage. Your skin absorbs this allergen when you touch the plant. You may be able to reduce symptoms ...
Considering taking supplements to treat poison oak and poison ivy dermatitis? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of poison oak and poison ivy dermatitis.
Poison sumac rash symptoms Poison sumac works the same way as poison ivy and poison oak — all three plants contain an oil called urushiol that causes an allergic reaction in most people.
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