Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
292577

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 29: 59. 1915

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291909



Common Names

  • Quercus major
  • Escarpment White Oak
  • Escarpment Oak


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Synonyms

  • Quercus glandulifera major Seem. ex Nakai [unknown]

Description

Quercus major (also called Major Oak, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It has a rounded crown and a short trunk with a dense canopy of leaves. The leaves are oblong-lanceolate, deep green in color, and have short, sharp spines. It is found in open woodlands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Quercus major is used for its timber, which is used for furniture, construction, and fuel. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Quercus major are small and yellow, and appear in the spring. Seed: The acorns of Quercus major are small and brown, and are produced in the fall. Seedlings: The seedlings of Quercus major have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quercus major is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Quercus major

Quercus major is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey and eastwards to the Caucasus.

Quercus major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quercus major?

Quercus major

What is the common name of Quercus major?

Major Oak

What is the natural habitat of Quercus major?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

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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