Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
helvetica
ID:
291747

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Ber. Schweiz. Bot. Ges. 24-25: 180 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291079

Common Names

  • Swiss Oak
  • Alpine Oak
  • Swiss Mountain Oak

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Description

Quercus helvetica (also called Swiss Oak, among many other common names) is a species of oak in the Fagaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry and rocky habitats. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall, with a trunk up to 50 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Quercus helvetica is a species of oak tree that is commonly used for timber, firewood, and landscaping. It is also used to make furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Quercus helvetica is a small, yellow, cup-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quercus helvetica is a medium-sized deciduous tree that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be planted in the fall or early spring. The seed should be stratified prior to planting for best results.

Where to Find Quercus helvetica

Quercus helvetica is native to the western United States, from California to Utah and Wyoming.

Quercus helvetica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quercus helvetica?

Quercus helvetica

What is the native range of Quercus helvetica?

Central Europe

What is the typical height of Quercus helvetica?

Up to 25 meters

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,