Abstract
Plants of the genus Toxicodendron are found throughout East Asia, North America, and South America. Five species common to North America cause more cases of allergic contact dermatitis than all other contact antigens combined. These species are known best by their common designations:
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Poison ivy (two varieties).
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Poison oak (two varieties).
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Poison sumac.
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(2006). Toxicodendron Dermatitis (Poison Oak, Poison Ivy, Poison Sumac; Also Known as Rhus Dermatitis). In: Dermatology Skills for Primary Care. Current Clinical Practice. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1385/1-59259-906-0:191
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