Quercus pacifica (Channel Islands Scrub Oak)
Botanical Information
| Family | Fagaceae |
| Genus | Quercus |
| Species | pacifica |
| Category | Woody |
| Origin | California, United States of America. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 2-5 m |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as globally threatened. |
| Habitat | Found near sea levels at an altitude of approximately 300 m. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Scaly. |
| Flower/Leaf Bud Description | Oval, light brown, 2-3 mm in length. |
| Leaf Description | Oblong to oboval, glossy green, 1-5 secondary veins on either side of the midvein with a cuneate, 1.5-4 x 0.7-2 cm. |
| Fruit Description | Pointed and hairless acorn, 2-3 mm in length. |