
Shumard oak (Quercus shumardii)
Shumard oak, also known as Shumard Oak, Spotted Oak
Shumard oak wood is prized for its robustness and is commonly used in making furniture, flooring, cabinetry, and interior trim. Additionally, the tree produces acorns that are an essential food source for wildlife, including birds, white-tailed deer, and squirrels.
Key Facts About Shumard oak
Attributes of Shumard oak
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
12 m to 18 m
Spread
12 m to 15 m
Leaf Color
Green Red Gold Brown
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Green
Scientific Classification of Shumard oak
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Fagales
Family
Beech
Genus
Oaks
Species
Shumard oak
Toxicity
Ingestion of acorns or leaves