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Buckley's oak

Quercus buckleyi

Buckley's oak is a special tree that grows in warm places. It has beautiful leaves and strong branches, making it a great home for birds and other animals.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Buckley's oak is a medium-sized tree with deeply lobed leaves that often turn brilliant scarlet to orange in fall. Its bark is dark gray to black, and acorns are oval, partially enclosed by a shallow, scaly cap.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFagalesFamilyFagaceaeGenusQuercus
Buckley's oak
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Buckley's oak

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Buckley's oak bark sometimes has 'galls' – tiny homes for insects!

Its acorns take two whole years to fully grow and mature!

The leaves can turn a fiery red or orange, even in dry climates!

This tough tree can grow in rocky, thin soil where other trees cannot!

Special abilities

Ability

Drought Buster Roots

Buckley's oak can grow extremely deep roots that help it find water in dry, rocky soils and survive long droughts.

Ability

Acorn Powerhouse

Buckley's oak produces many acorns, which provide vital food for wildlife and help it reproduce successfully.

Ability

Tannin Defense

Buckley's oak has special chemicals called tannins that make its leaves taste bitter, helping to deter hungry animals.

Measurements & details

Height
1000-2500 cm
Spread
800-2000 cm
Bloom Season
Spring
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
Mild
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Wind

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Stay on paths when exploring near trees and be careful of falling branches.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Buckley's oak?

The easiest way to identify Buckley's oak is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

How tall is Buckley's oak?

1000-2500 cm

How wide does Buckley's oak spread?

800-2000 cm

When does Buckley's oak bloom?

Spring

Is Buckley's oak edible?

Yes

Is Buckley's oak toxic?

Mild

What is Buckley's oak's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Buckley's oak pollinated?

Wind

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