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. |