Quercus garryana (Oregon White Oak)


Botanical Information

FamilyFagaceae
GenusQuercus
Speciesgarryana
CategoryWoody
OriginWestern United States of America and southwestern Canada.

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern.
ShapeRounded, spreading crown.
HabitatFound at altitudes to 800 m.
Bark/Stem DescriptionLight brown to grey, thick and ridges with brown or yellowish twigs.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionPointed and hairy, 6-12 mm in length.
Leaf DescriptionOboval or elliptical, 5-7 deep lobes, dark green with a pale green underside, turning yellow or red in autumn, 2.5-12 x 5-8 cm.
Fruit DescriptionAcorn, elliptic, 2.5-3 cm.

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