Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cravenensis
ID:
291014

Status:
valid

Authors:
Little

Source:
wcs

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 33: 9 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000290346



Common Names

  • Craven Oak
  • Quercus cravenensis
  • Southern Red Oak


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Synonyms

  • Quercus carolinensis Trel. [unknown]

Description

Quercus cravenensis (also called Craven Oak, among many other common names) is a species of oak native to Mexico. It is a deciduous tree growing up to 20 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m diameter. It is found in temperate forests and woodlands, at elevations of 1000–3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Quercus cravenensis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quercus cravenensis flower is small and yellow-green in color. Its seeds are small and reddish-brown in color. Its seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quercus cravenensis is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Mexico and Central America. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Quercus cravenensis

Quercus cravenensis can be found in the mountains of Mexico, primarily in the states of Oaxaca, Puebla, and Guerrero.

Quercus cravenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quercus cravenensis?

Quercus cravenensis

What is the common name of Quercus cravenensis?

Craven Oak

What is the natural range of Quercus cravenensis?

Mexico

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,

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