Consult the following resources to learn how to deal with poison ivy and its relatives. Included is information on the identification, eradication and treatment of poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac.
Pictures of Poison Ivy for Identification and Eradication
Begin with my gallery, "Pictures of Poison Ivy" to identify the weed. My full article also has poison ivy pictures and is my general introduction to the topic of dealing with poison ivy and poison oak. Proper identification of poison ivy is of paramount concern, whether you wish simply to avoid them or to eradicate poison ivy. Identification is facilitated with a closeup photo of the poison ivy's telltale "leaves of 3," as well as other pictures of poison ivy. Eradication methods are reviewed, after a brief look at treatment for the rash caused by poison ivy:
Treatment for Poison Ivy Rash
Many plant-lovers are curious about treatment for poison ivy rash that involves natural remedies. This article begins with a look at one such remedy, before moving on to information for medical treatment. Links are provided to information on medical treatment for the rash caused by poison ivy written by professionals:
How to Get Rid of Poison Oak Plants
If you live on the West Coast of the U.S., that "itchy vine" in your backyard is probably not poison ivy. What you need to know is how to get rid of poison oak plants:
How to Get Rid of Poison Oak Plants
Poison Sumac Identification
My poison sumac pictures will help you with the identification of the poisonous variety of sumac, which causes a severe skin irritation when touched. While poison sumac should, indeed, be avoided, don't develop a paranoia towards all sumac shrubs. Non-poisonous sumac shrubs will add wonderful fall foliage to your property and won't make you itch at all. Learn to identify poisonous sumac shrubs using the pictures in the following photo gallery:
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