Scarlet Oak
Arbor walk #49
True to its name, the scarlet oak produces wonderful scarlet leaf color in the fall. A long-living and durable species, it is considered easy to grow even in drier, sandier soil. Often used as a shade tree in lawns and along streets because it grows to a large size. It is native to southeastern Missouri.
| Name | Scarlet Oak |
|---|---|
| Latin Name | Quercus coccinea |
| Type | Native, Shade |
| Diameter | 14.8″ dbh |
| Color of Leaf | Dark green turn to scarlet |
| Shape of Leaf | 3-6″ simple with bristle tips lobes |
| Color of Flower | Inconspicuous |
| Shape of Flower | Inconspicuous |
| Fruit Characteristics | Acorns, capped nut |
| Bark Characteristics | Smooth and dark gray, matures to fissured |
| Foliage Type | Deciduous |