Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
charcasana
ID:
290766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel. ex A.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Chênes , Texte 3: 216, 1269 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000290098

Common Names

  • Charcasana Oak
  • Charcasana's Oak
  • Charcasana Oak

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Description

Quercus charcasana (also called Charcas Oak, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Fagaceae. It is a deciduous tree with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to Mexico, and it is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Quercus charcasana is a species of oak tree native to Mexico. It is often used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber and firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Quercus charcasana has small yellow-green flowers. Seed: The seed of Quercus charcasana is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Quercus charcasana are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quercus charcasana is a deciduous oak tree native to Mexico and Central America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in autumn. Germination usually takes place in the spring.

Where to Find Quercus charcasana

Quercus charcasana is native to Mexico and Central America.

Quercus charcasana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quercus charcasana?

Quercus charcasana

What is the common name of Quercus charcasana?

Charcas Oak

What is the natural habitat of Quercus charcasana?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Quercus genus

Quercus acutidens, Quercus albescens, Quercus alienocrispula, Quercus alienoserratoides, Quercus allorgeana, Quercus alvordiana, Quercus andegavensis, Quercus andresii, Quercus andrewsii, Quercus argyrotricha, Quercus aruciensis, Quercus ashei, Quercus atlantica, Quercus aurea, Quercus auzandrii, Quercus avellaniformis, Quercus baenitzii, Quercus bambusifolia, Quercus baniensis, Quercus barnova, Quercus battandieri, Quercus bawanglingensis, Quercus beaumontiana, Quercus bebbiana, Quercus beckyae, Quercus beguinotii, Quercus benderi, Quercus bernardiensis, Quercus bimundorum, Quercus blaoensis, Quercus blufftonensis, Quercus borosii, Quercus brenesii, Quercus brittonii, Quercus burnetensis, Quercus bushii, Quercus byarsii, Quercus caduca, Quercus caesariensis, Quercus calophylla, Quercus cambodiensis, Quercus cantabrica, Quercus capesii, Quercus carduchorum, Quercus carrissoana, Quercus cerrioides, Quercus charcasana, Quercus clementei, Quercus cocksii, Quercus columnaris,

Species in the Fagaceae family

Castanea crenata, Castanea dentata, Castanea henryi, Castanea mollissima, Castanea neglecta, Castanea ozarkensis, Castanea pumila, Castanea sativa, Castanea seguinii, Castanopsis pseudohystrix, Castanopsis thaiensis, Castanopsis undulatifolia, Castanopsis acuminatissima, Castanopsis amabilis, Castanopsis annamensis, Castanopsis argentea, Castanopsis argyrophylla, Castanopsis arietina, Castanopsis armata, Castanopsis birmanica, Castanopsis boisii, Castanopsis borneensis, Castanopsis brevispinula, Castanopsis buruana, Castanopsis calathiformis, Castanopsis cambodiana, Castanopsis carlesii, Castanopsis castanicarpa, Castanopsis catalpifolia, Castanopsis cavaleriei, Castanopsis ceratacantha, Castanopsis cerebrina, Castanopsis chapaensis, Castanopsis chevalieri, Castanopsis chinensis, Castanopsis choboensis, Castanopsis chunii, Castanopsis clarkei, Castanopsis clemensii, Castanopsis concinna, Castanopsis costata, Castanopsis crassifolia, Castanopsis cryptoneuron, Castanopsis curtisii, Castanopsis cuspidata, Castanopsis delavayi, Castanopsis densinervia, Castanopsis densispinosa, Castanopsis diversifolia, Castanopsis dongchoensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-172112: Based on the initial data import
Aimée Antoinette Camus (1879-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Camus' in the authors string.
William Trelease (1857-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trel.' in the authors string.