Willow Oak

This large native tree has a simple, small leaf, and a finer texture than most oak trees. It is considered a medium to large oak, can grow over 100 feet tall, and is native to the Southeastern portion of the United States, including Missouri.

In Missouri, the Willow Oak is generally found in wetter areas bordering swamps. In the Oak family, this tree stands apart in that its leaves are unusual for an Oak. Instead of an Oak’s normally multi-lobed leaves, the Willow Oak has a simple, slender leaf. This tree has a rapid growth rate, growing up to 100 feet, with its acorns maturing within two years.

Name	Willow Oak
Latin Name	Quercus phellos
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More about Tree #22:

Where to find Arbor Walk #22

Data on the space around this tree

Data on this tree over time

More about the Willow Oak in general:

How to identify Willow Oak

Relationship of Quercus phellos to other species in the Arboretum

Global Distribution of Willow Oak

Additional Resources on the Willow Oak