White Oak
Arbor walk #43
This tree is very large (growing to a height of 50-80 feet) and its wide-spreading horizontal branches provide excellent shade for larger landscapes and parks. It is natively found in drier upland environments in Missouri – and throughout the Midwest – and is the beloved state tree of Illinois.
| Name | White Oak |
|---|---|
| Latin Name | Quercus alba |
| Type | Native, Shade |
| Diameter |
5.25″ caliper |
| Color of Leaf | Dark green, turn to wine red in the fall |
| Shape of Leaf | Rounded lobes |
| Color of Flower | Inconspicuous |
| Shape of Flower | Catkins |
| Fruit Characteristics | 1″ long nut with a warty cap |
| Bark Characteristics | Gray to tan, thick plates and ridges |
| Foliage Type | Deciduous |