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Common Name: Southern Red Oak

Species Name: Quercus falcata Michx.

Family Name: Fagaceae

Plant Type: Trees

 

 

Plant Facts  
Origin North America
Duration Perennial
Distribution in Oklahoma East-central, south-east and south-central
Sun Preference Somewhat shade intolerant
Susceptibility Foliar Diseases

 

 

ID Characteristics

 

 

Habitat/Ecology  
Habitat Dry ridgetops and upper slopes with plenty of water and heat
Soil Type Ulfisols, alfisols; dry sandy or silty soils
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone 7 and 8
Successional Stage Varies

 

 

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