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Quercus Virginiana

Southern Live Oak

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Description

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Quercus Virginiana (Southern live oak) is one of more than 600 species of deciduous and evergreen oak trees spread across the northern hemisphere; it is a large, sprawling, scenic, long-lived tree, evergreen, typically reaching 60 feet, and often with a spread greater than its height. The canopy is dense and it has dark, thick furrowed bark and large branches. The branches often support clumps of spanish moss. The leaves are alternate, simple, stiff, oval, leathery, shiny, dark green and 3/4 – 6 x 1/2 – 2 inches. Flowers are yellowish-green, inconspicuous.

Furthermore, the fruits are small acorns, oblong, 1/2 – 1 inch long with a cup. Acorns used for propagation. The wood is hard and heavy and used for frames in shipbuilding. Traditional uses include edible oil from the acorns, bark for dye and various tree parts for medicine. The tree is hardy, and develops a deep tap root; it can grow in a range of well-drained soils and has no serious pest or disease problems. In cultivation, young trees need pruning to form a desirable shape. Because of its spreading growth form and height, is best grown on large lawns or in parks for shade; with management it can also be a street tree. Throughout the southwestern usa there are more than a dozen famous specimen live oaks estimated to be hundreds of years old.

Quercus Virginiana (Southern live oak) is a signature tree of the traditional southern plantation house.

Additional information

Gallons

25 gal., 45 gal., 65 gal., 100 gal., 200 gal., 300 gal.

Common Name

Southern Live Oak

Origin

Southwest Asia

Flowering Season

N/A

Salt Tolerance

Moderate Salt Tolerance

Drought Tolerance

High Drought Tolerance

Growth Rate

Slow Growth Rate

Light Requirements

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Flower Color

Yellow

Shape

N/A

Plant Type

Evergreen