Quercus acutidens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Torr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Rep. U.S. Mex. Bound. 2(1): 207 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289373
Common Names
- Quercus acutidens
- Acutidens Quercus
- Acutidens Quercus Plant
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- Quercus dumosa acutidens (Torr.) Wenz. [unknown]
Description
Quercus acutidens (also called 'Acutidens Oak' and 'Acutidens Quercus', among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the Mediterranean region. It has large, leathery, dark green leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Quercus acutidens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers in the spring. The plant is also used as a hedge and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Quercus acutidens is a small, yellow-green cup-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown acorn. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Quercus acutidens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Quercus acutidens
Quercus acutidens can be found in Mexico.
Quercus acutidens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quercus acutidens?
Quercus acutidens
What is the family of Quercus acutidens?
Fagaceae
Where is Quercus acutidens native to?
East Africa
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-171418: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.