Quercus gambelii (Utah's White Oak, Colorado Shin Oak, Gambel Oak, Rocky Mountains White Oak)
Botanical Information
Family | Fagaceae |
Genus | Quercus |
Species | gambelii |
Category | Woody |
Origin | Southwestern United States of America and Northern Mexico. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 5-20 m |
Flowering Period | April, May, June |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
Habitat | Found in dry areas at an altitude of 1,200-3,000 m. |
Bark/Stem Description | Thick, grey and furrowed bark with reddish-brown twigs. |
Flower/Leaf Bud Description | Brown, 3 mm. |
Leaf Description | Dark 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 Description | Acorn, ovoid, singular or paired, 1.2-2.5 cm. |