Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mespilifolia
ID:
292644

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex A.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(2): 101 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291976



Common Names

  • Mespil Oak
  • Mespil Quercus
  • Mespilifolia Oak


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Synonyms

  • Quercus mespilifolioides A.Camus [unknown]
  • Cyclobalanopsis mespilifolia Oerst. [unknown]
  • Quercus mespilifolia pubescens Barnett ex Smitinand & Phengklai [unknown]
  • Quercus kerrii pubescens Barnett [unknown]

Description

Quercus mespilifolia (also called 'Mespilus Oak', 'Mespilus White Oak' and 'Mespilus Yellow Oak', among many other common names) is a species of oak tree native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows in dry, open woodlands and can reach up to 25 m (82 ft) in height. Its bark is grayish-brown and its leaves are glossy green.

Uses & Benefits

Quercus mespilifolia 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

Quercus mespilifolia has small yellow-green flowers that bloom in the spring. The flowers are followed by acorns that mature in the fall. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quercus mespilifolia is a species of oak native to the Mediterranean region. It is a medium-sized deciduous tree, growing to 10–20 m tall. It is cultivated as an ornamental tree, and is also used for timber. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, light soil in spring or autumn. The seed should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before sowing.

Where to Find Quercus mespilifolia

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

Quercus mespilifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Quercus mespilifolia?

Mespilus Oak

What is the natural range of Quercus mespilifolia?

Southern Europe

What type of soil does Quercus mespilifolia prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

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-173912: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.