Quercus gambelii (Utah's White Oak, Colorado Shin Oak, Gambel Oak, Rocky Mountains White Oak)


Botanical Information

FamilyFagaceae
GenusQuercus
Speciesgambelii
CategoryWoody
OriginSouthwestern United States of America and Northern Mexico.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height5-20 m
Flowering PeriodApril, May, June

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern.
HabitatFound in dry areas at an altitude of 1,200-3,000 m.
Bark/Stem DescriptionThick, grey and furrowed bark with reddish-brown twigs.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionBrown, 3 mm.
Leaf DescriptionDark green and glabrous, 2-6 lobes on either side a cuneate base and 8 veins on either side of the midvein, 5-15 x 3-8 cm.
Fruit DescriptionAcorn, ovoid, singular or paired, 1.2-2.5 cm.

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