Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subspathulata
ID:
294186

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Mem. Natl. Acad. Sci. 20: 56 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000293518



Common Names

  • Subspathulata Oak
  • Subspathulata Quercus
  • Subspathulata Encino


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Synonyms

  • Quercus pallidifolia C.H.Mull. [unknown]

Description

Quercus subspathulata (also called Spathulate Oak, among many other common names) is a species of oak native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry and rocky habitats and has a rounded crown. Its leaves are evergreen, leathery and obovate to oblong-lanceolate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Quercus subspathulata is a species of oak tree native to China. It is used as an ornamental tree and for its timber. The wood is used for furniture, flooring, and other wood products. The leaves are used as a food source for livestock and the bark is used for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quercus subspathulata has small, yellow-green flowers that are pollinated by bees. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quercus subspathulata is a small, slow-growing tree that is native to the southeastern United States. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be planted in the fall. Seedlings should be transplanted in the spring. It is also possible to propagate Quercus subspathulata from cuttings.

Where to Find Quercus subspathulata

Quercus subspathulata is found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Quercus subspathulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quercus subspathulata?

Quercus subspathulata

What is the natural habitat of Quercus subspathulata?

Dry forests

What is the average height of Quercus subspathulata?

Up to 8 meters

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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