Plant species

downy oak Quercus pubescens

Fagaceae

Species information

Description

A deciduous tree with lobed leaves and acorns held at their base by a cupule. Young shoots and leaves are often finely hairy. A thermophilous oak of dry open woodland and Karst slopes; young shoots and leaves are characteristically hairy.

Plant traits

Growth form

tree

Life cycle

perennial

Height

500–2000 cm

Typical season

123456789101112

Active growth

Flowering

Fruiting

Timing varies with site and year.

Habitat conditions

Habitat

open woodland · forest · shrubland

Light

full sun · partial shade

Moisture

dry · mesic

Soil

base-rich

Substrate

calcareous

Pollination

wind pollination

Status

native

Interesting facts

Jays carry and bury acorns as food; forgotten caches can germinate and help regenerate oak woodland.

LifeSystems

Exploring biology, complexity, and living systems.

Spotted a mistake or just want to say hello? Write.