Quercus marilandica (Blackjack Oak)
Botanical Information
Family | Fagaceae |
Genus | Quercus |
Species | marilandica |
Category | Woody |
Origin | South-central and eastern United States of America. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 3-17 m |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
Shape | Rounded, irregular crown. |
Habitat | Lime-free, sandy soils at and altitude of 0-1,000 m. |
Bark/Stem Description | Rough, thick, black bark, fissured into square plates and greyish-brown twigs. |
Flower/Leaf Bud Description | Conical and pubescent, 5-10 mm in length. |
Leaf Description | Oboval, 3-5 pointed lobes, thick, glossy green with a cuneate base, 6-15 x 5-10 cm. |
Fruit Description | Acorn, globose, light brown, 1-2 cm. |