Quercus garryana (Oregon White Oak)
Botanical Information
Family | Fagaceae |
Genus | Quercus |
Species | garryana |
Category | Woody |
Origin | Western United States of America and southwestern Canada. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 25-30 m |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | This species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern. |
Shape | Rounded, spreading crown. |
Habitat | Found at altitudes to 800 m. |
Bark/Stem Description | Light brown to grey, thick and ridges with brown or yellowish twigs. |
Flower/Leaf Bud Description | Pointed and hairy, 6-12 mm in length. |
Leaf Description | Oboval 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 Description | Acorn, elliptic, 2.5-3 cm. |