Shumard Oak
Common Name: Shumard Oak
Species Name: Quercus shumardii
Family Name: Fagaceae
Plant Facts | |
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Origin | North America |
Sun Preference | Full Sun |
Susceptibility | Mites, scale, borers and oak wilt |
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 5º |
Notes | Drought tolerant and more pH tolerant than Q. palustris; one of the most commonly used oaks in Oklahoma and for good reason |
ID Characteristics
- Plant and Leaf Characteristics
- Plant Height: 80-foot diameter, 100-foot height
- Leaves: Alternate, simple, obovate to elliptic, 4-8inches long, 3-4 inches wide, usually 7 lobes
Habitat/Ecology | |
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Soil Preference | Well-drained |
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