Quercus tuitensis
Botanical Information
| Family | Fagaceae |
| Genus | Quercus |
| Species | tuitensis |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Jalisco, Mexico. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 3-15 m |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as globally threatened. |
| Habitat | Dry tropical forests at an altitude of 980-1,400 m. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Rough, blackish in colour. |
| Leaf Description | Elliptical lanceolate with a rounded or cordate base and 7-15 secondary veins on either side of the midvein, 6-14 x 2-5 cm. |
| Fruit Description | Acorn, 1-1.5 cm in length. |