| General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
| Shape | Spreading and rounded crown. |
| Habitat | Dry areas at an altitude of 0-900 m. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Grey or brown bark with wide ridges. |
| Flower/Leaf Bud Description | Ovoid, chestnut brown and glabrous 3-6 mm in length. |
| Leaf Description | Elliptical, oval or oblong, thick, spiny teeth, dark green and glabrous with a pale underside and a rounded or cordate base 2.5-7 x 1.2-4 cm. |
| Flower Description | Small catkins, 3-6 cm in length. |
| Fruit Description | Acorns, paired or solitary, 2.5-3.5 cm in length. |