Quercus brantii (Brant's Oak)


Botanical Information

FamilyFagaceae
GenusQuercus
Speciesbrantii
CategoryWoody
OriginTurkey, Syria, Iraq and Iran.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone6b - 8a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH6 - H4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-15) - (-7)
Temperature (°F)5 - 20
Height10 m

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern.
ShapeSmall rounded crown.
CultivationDrought resistant.
HabitatFound at altitudes of 300-1,700 m.
Bark/Stem DescriptionGrey and fissured with yellowish, pubescent twigs.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionConical and pubescent, 2-5 mm in length.
Leaf DescriptionOval or oblong, greyish-green and pubescent with a yellowish underside, toothed, a rounded or cordate base and 8-16 veins on either side of the midvein, 6-12 x 4-8 cm.
Flower DescriptionMale inflorescence 4-5 cm in length.
Fruit DescriptionAcorn, 5 cm in length.

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