Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moultonensis
ID:
292753

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ashe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 24: 78 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000292085



Common Names

  • Moulton Oak
  • Moulton Quercus
  • Moultonensis Oak


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Synonyms

  • Quercus hybrida Houba [unknown]
  • Quercus shirlingii Bush in E.J.Palmer & Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Quercus moultonensis (also called Moulton Oak, among many other common names) is a species of oak tree native to the southwestern United States. It is a deciduous tree that grows up to 20 meters tall and has a rounded crown. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and is found in open woodlands, along streams, and in canyons.

Uses & Benefits

Quercus moultonensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its wood, which is used for furniture, construction and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Quercus moultonensis is a small, yellow-green cup-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quercus moultonensis is a species of oak native to China. 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 moultonensis

Quercus moultonensis is native to Mexico.

Quercus moultonensis FAQ

What is the common name of Quercus moultonensis?

Moulton Oak

What is the natural range of Quercus moultonensis?

Mexico

What type of soil does Quercus moultonensis 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