Evaluation of antioxidant activities and chemical characterisation of staghorn sumac fruit (Rhus hirta L.)

► The first comprehensive study on the phytochemical composition of Rhus hirta fruit. ► R. hirta fruit had higher antioxidant activities than common fruits and vegetables. ► Polyphenols were found to be the main contributor to the antioxidant activity. ► A novel group of anthocyanins were recognised and tentatively identified.