How to Identify a Northern Red Oak

Leaf Identification

The leaves are simple, alternate, dull and green. Their shape is oblong with 7-11 pointed lobes that each have a bristle-tip.

  • Leaf of Arbor Walk #58
  • Underside of Leaf from Arbor Walk #58
  • Leaf (Fall) of Arbor Walk #58

Twig and Bud Identification

Twigs are curved, reddish brown and have multiple brown terminal buds

  • Twig of Arbor Walk #68
  • Bud of Arbor Walk #68

Bark Identification

Grey bark with furrows that resemble ski tracts.

  • Bark of Arbor Walk #58

Fruit Identification

Rounded acorns with a flat-top shell.

  • Fruit of Arbor Walk #58

Flower Identification

Monoecious with male catkins and female flowers with a red styles.