Quercus carmenensis


Botanical Information

FamilyFagaceae
GenusQuercus
Speciescarmenensis
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous)
OriginCoahuila, Mexico and Texas, United States of America.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7 - 9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone6b
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH6 - H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-15) - (-1)
Temperature (°F)5 - 30
Height1-12 m

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as globally threatened.
LandscapeMixed borders.
HabitatLimestone in shrublands and woodlands at an altitude of 2,200-2,500 m.
Bark/Stem DescriptionLight grey, furrowed or checkered with noticeably red twigs.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionRound, light brown, 1-1.5 mm.
Leaf DescriptionObovate, thick with a cuneate to rounded base, irregular lobes, teethed and 9-12 secondary veins on either side of the midvein, 3-5 x 1-3 cm.
Fruit DescriptionSingular or paired acorns with light brown scales.

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