Sumac is a commonly used spice in the Arab world. Although used as a powder, its natural state is a fruit. From the species Anacardiaceae and genus Rhus, Sumac is the generic name used to indicate the spice product of the plant Rhus coriaria
 
Sumac is a plant with red berries that can be ground into a powder for herbal remedies and cooking. It may help with things like controlling blood sugar and relieving muscle pain, but more research is still necessary.
 
Sumac contains a variety of nutrients and antioxidants that may play a role in lowering blood sugar and alleviating muscle pain