Quercus galeanensis
Botanical Information
Family | Fagaceae |
Genus | Quercus |
Species | galeanensis |
Category | Woody |
Origin | Nuevo Leon and Tamaulipas, Mexico. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 3 m |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as globally threatened. |
Habitat | Montane shrublands at an altitude of 1,200-2,500 m. |
Bark/Stem Description | Thin twigs are covered in hair. |
Flower/Leaf Bud Description | Pointed, 2 x 1 mm. |
Leaf Description | Oblong to lanceolate, thick, toothed, with a rounded or cordate base, 2-3 x 1-1.5 cm. |
Fruit Description | Acorn, stripped, dark brown, singular or paired, 1 cm. |