Quercus cedrosensis (Cedros Island Oak)
Botanical Information
| Family | Fagaceae |
| Genus | Quercus |
| Species | cedrosensis |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (evergreen), Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Baja, California, United States of America and Mexico |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 1.8-6 m |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as vulnerable. |
| Habitat | Sclerophyllous vegetation in lowlands and mountainous areas at an altitude of 100-1,600 m. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Young twigs are covered in hairs. |
| Leaf Description | Lanceolate to ovate, glabrous with a greenish-white waxy underside and a rounded or cuneate base. |
| Fruit Description | Acorn, 1.5-2.2 cm. |