Quercus townei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.J.Palmer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 29: 43 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000293675
Common Names
- Townei Oak
- Townei White Oak
- Townei Quercus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Quercus townei (also called Towne oak, among many other common names) is a species of oak tree native to the United States. It typically grows in mountain forests, between 1,000 and 2,500 m in elevation. It is a medium-sized deciduous tree, growing up to 20 m tall, with a trunk up to 1 m in diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Quercus townei is used for its timber, which is used for furniture and construction. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Quercus townei are small and yellow-green. The acorns are small and dark brown, with a shallow, scaly cup. The seedlings are small and slender, with light green leaves and a taproot.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Quercus townei is a deciduous tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a bright, sunny location.
Where to Find Quercus townei
Quercus townei is native to Mexico.
Quercus townei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quercus townei?
Quercus townei
What is the common name of Quercus townei?
Towne Oak
What is the natural range of Quercus townei?
Western North America
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-175527: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Jesse Palmer (1875-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.J.Palmer' in the authors string.