Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gussonei
ID:
291707

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Borzì) Brullo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Not. Fitosoc. 19: 205 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291039



Common Names

  • Quercus gussonei
  • Gussone's Oak
  • Gussone Oak


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Synonyms

  • Quercus cerris gussonei Borzí [unknown]

Description

Quercus gussonei (also called Gussone's Oak, among many other common names) is a species of oak in the Fagaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry and rocky habitats. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall, with a trunk up to 50 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Quercus gussonei is often used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks. It is also used as a shade tree and for windbreaks. The wood of this species is used for firewood, furniture, and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Quercus gussonei is a small, yellow, cup-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quercus gussonei is a deciduous tree that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be collected in the fall and sown in the spring. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a mixture of peat and sand.

Where to Find Quercus gussonei

Quercus gussonei is native to Mexico and Central America.

Quercus gussonei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quercus gussonei?

Quercus gussonei

What is the common name of Quercus gussonei?

Gussone's Oak

What is the natural range of Quercus gussonei?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-173010: Based on the initial data import
Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.