Quercus nigra (Water Oak, Possum Oak)
Botanical Information
Family | Fagaceae |
Genus | Quercus |
Species | nigra |
Category | Woody |
Origin | Southeastern United States of America. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 25 m |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
Shape | Rounded crown. |
Bark/Stem Description | Smooth, dark grey with smooth, glabrescent dark brown twigs. |
Flower/Leaf Bud Description | Ovoid and brown. |
Leaf Description | Deep green with a cuneate base, 4-13 x 2-5 cm. |
Flower Description | Drooping catkins, 5-8 cm in length. |
Fruit Description | Acorn, globose, 1-1.5 cm. |