Black oak

Black oak (Quercus velutina)

Black oak, also known as Quercitron oak

Black oak (Quercus velutina) is a deciduous tree notable for its wide, rounded crown and dark bark. It typically grows on hillsides, slopes, and ridges across eastern North America. This species is also known for its ability to hybridize with other oak species in the Quercus genus.

Key Facts About Black oak

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Attributes of Black oak

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
20 m to 25 m
Spread
6 m to 18 m
Leaf Color
Green Red Brown Yellow
Flower Size
N/A
Flower Color
Yellow Green

Scientific Classification of Black oak

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Fagales
Family
Beech
Genus
Oaks
Species
Black oak

Toxicity

Ingestion of leaves or acorns