Tanoak (Notholithocarpus densiflorus)

Tanoak, also known as Mutant Tanoak

The tanoak tree, scientifically known as Notholithocarpus densiflorus, is not a true oak but is related to both oaks and chestnuts, belonging to the beech family. These versatile trees can reach heights of up to 200 feet (about 61 meters). They produce distinctive spiky acorns that serve as a food source for various wildlife, including squirrels.