Dwarf chinquapin oak (Quercus prinoides)
Dwarf chinquapin oak, also known as Dwarf chestnut oak
The dwarf chinkapin oak (Quercus prinoides) is a small tree indigenous to central and eastern North America. While it doesn't hold much commercial value due to its size, its acorns are edible and were historically consumed by Native Americans.
Key Facts About Dwarf chinquapin oak
Attributes of Dwarf chinquapin oak
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Plant Height
3.5 m to 8 m
Spread
3.5 m to 8 m
Leaf Color
Green Yellow Gold Brown
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 6 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Green Red Burgundy Gold
Scientific Classification of Dwarf chinquapin oak
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Fagales
Family
Beech
Genus
Oaks
Species
Dwarf chinquapin oak