Quercus microphylla


Botanical Information

FamilyFagaceae
GenusQuercus
Speciesmicrophylla
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
Origin(Michoacan, Jalisco, Hidalgo and Tlaxcala), Mexico.

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionThis species has been placed on the IUCN Red List as least concern.
HabitatDry areas at an altitude of 2,000-3,000 m.
Bark/Stem DescriptionDark in colour and fissured.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionObtuse and brown, 1-2 mm.
Leaf DescriptionElliptic, toothed, glossy greyish-green and rough, a rounded or cordate base, 1-3.5 x 0.7-2 cm.
Fruit DescriptionAcorn, globose to ovoid, 1-1.5 cm.

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