Month: July 2018

Native To State: YES
Naturally Occurring: YES

Description

Appearance: Quercus ellipsoidalis is a deciduous tree known for its sharply lobed leaves and acorns.

Leaves: The leaves are deeply lobed with bristle-tipped teeth.

Bark: The bark is dark gray and develops distinctive pin-like ridges.

Fruit: It produces acorns.

Habitat: It is commonly found in woodlands and sandy soils.

Distribution: Northern pin oak is native to North America.

Occurance
Most of the “red” oaks at the arboretum are Q. ellipsidalis and large specimens are found throughout the woods with trunks of 3 feet diameter or more. Though in the last few  years, several of the larger examples have come down in wind storms. This tree is actively regenerating and many smaller seedlings are coming up.

Native To State: YES
Naturally Occurring: MAYBE

Description

Appearance: Quercus rubra is a deciduous tree known for its deeply lobed leaves and acorns.

Leaves: The leaves are deeply lobed with pointed tips.

Bark: The bark is dark brownish-gray and develops rough, scaly ridges.

Fruit: It produces acorns.

Habitat: It is commonly found in various habitats, including deciduous forests.

Distribution: Northern red oak is native to North America.

Occurance
True Northern Red oaks may not occur naturally.

Native To State: YES
Naturally Occurring: YES

Description

Appearance: Quercus macrocarpa is a deciduous tree known for its large, lobed leaves and large acorns.

Leaves: The leaves are deeply lobed with rounded tips.

Bark: The bark is grayish-brown and develops deep furrows.

Fruit: It produces large, corky-scaled acorns.

Habitat: It is commonly found in a variety of habitats, including prairies and savannas.

Distribution: Bur oak is native to North America.

Occurance
The Bur Oaks can be found throughout the woods from small seedlings, to massive mature trees.