Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
undulata
ID:
294430

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Ann. Lyceum Nat. Hist. New York 2: 248 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000293762



Common Names

  • Undulata Oak
  • Undulata Quercus
  • Undulata Encino


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Synonyms

  • Quercus fendleri Liebm. [unknown]
  • Quercus lesueuri C.H.Mull. [unknown]
  • Quercus pauciloba Rydb. [unknown]
  • Quercus rydbergiana Cockerell [unknown]
  • Quercus undulata heterophylla Kuntze [unknown]
  • Quercus undulata jamesii Engelm. [unknown]
  • Quercus undulata pedunculata A.DC. [unknown]
  • Quercus undulata rydbergiana Cockerell [unknown]
  • Quercus venustula Greene [unknown]
  • Quercus gambelii fendleri A.Nelson in J.M.Coult. & A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Quercus undulata typica A.Camus [unknown]

Description

Quercus undulata (also called Undulate oak, among many other common names) is a species of oak tree native to the Mediterranean region. 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 undulata is used for its timber, which is used in furniture and construction. The leaves are also used as fodder for livestock and the bark is used for tanning leather.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quercus undulata flowers are small, yellow-green, and inconspicuous. The seed is a nut enclosed in a cup-like structure called an involucre. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quercus undulata is a deciduous tree that can reach up to 25 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 undulata

Quercus undulata is native to Mexico.

Quercus undulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quercus undulata?

Quercus undulata

What is the common name of Quercus undulata?

Undulata Oak

What is the natural range of Quercus undulata?

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-175607: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.