Poison Oak in Fall Coloirs is a photograph by Martha Sherman which was uploaded on November 15th, 2020.
Poison Oak in Fall Coloirs
Santa Clara, Northern California - We observed this autumn-colored poison oak at the bottom of a eucalyptus tree as we walked through the Ulistac... more
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Poison Oak in Fall Coloirs
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Martha Sherman
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Santa Clara, Northern California - We observed this autumn-colored poison oak at the bottom of a eucalyptus tree as we walked through the Ulistac Nature Area this month. Poison oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum) grows in wooded or marshy areas. Contact with oil on the leaves, stem or roots of the plant can cause an allergic reaction for many people. It starts with itching and mild irritation, then worsens into an itchy red rash; blisters may form, and it may be severe and widespread enough to require prescription medication. Taken in Ulistac Nature Area, which is about 40 acres of park along the Guadalupe River. It is the only dedicated natural open space in the City of Santa Clara. Beginning in 2001, hundreds of volunteers have spent many hours removing invasive species and instead planting California native trees, shrubs, grasses, and wildflowers. There are trails through most of the area, but no facilities are available.
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