Laurel Oak (Quercus laurifolia) is a large fast growing, tall, full tree reaching heights of 50 to 100 feet with a full rounded crown and tall, straight trunk. Landscaping is the main economic value of laurel oak due to its pleasing symmetry. Large crops of small acorns are produced regularly serving as an important wildlife food source for deer, squirrels, turkeys, ducks and other forms of wildlife.
Habitat:
Moderately shade tolerant, grows on several habitats, ranging from moist, well-drained sandy soils to upland sites.
Fruit:
Acorn, 1 cm long, reddish-brown cap flat with appressed pubescent scales, covering one fourth of the brown nut. Matures in two seasons.
Uses:
Red oak lumber, pulpwood and fuel. Ornmental value due to persistent shiny leaves and symmetry.
Botantical Name:
Quercus is Latin for "oak tree". Hemisphaerica refers to the shape of the nut.
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