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canyon live oak

Quercus chrysolepis

The canyon live oak is a strong tree that grows in canyons and mountains. Its leaves are shiny and can stay green all year round, making it a special tree in its home.

Habitat: Mountain regions

Appearance

The canyon live oak is an evergreen tree with dense, spiny-toothed, dark green leaves that are often golden-yellow underneath. Its bark is rough, deeply furrowed, and dark gray, and it produces acorns held in distinctive fuzzy, scaly caps.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFagalesFamilyFagaceaeGenusQuercus
canyon live oak
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canyon live oak

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its extremely tough wood was once used to make strong wagon wheels and sturdy tools!

Native Americans would carefully prepare its acorns to make a nutritious, delicious flour.

The word "chrysolepis" in its name means "golden scales" because of its fuzzy acorn cups.

This amazing tree can grow on steep, rocky canyon walls where other trees cannot survive!

Special abilities

Ability

Deep Root Power

Canyon live oak has deep roots that help it find water in dry, rocky soils, allowing it to survive long droughts.

Ability

Fire Shield

Its thick, protective bark helps it resist wildfires and can allow it to resprout from its base after damage.

Ability

Year-Round Energy

This tree keeps its green leaves all year long, which helps it photosynthesize and make energy even in winter.

Measurements & details

Height
600-3000 cm
Spread
600-2500 cm
Bloom Season
Spring
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
Mild
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Wind

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Be careful not to climb too high in trees and watch out for falling branches.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is canyon live oak?

600-3000 cm

How wide does canyon live oak spread?

600-2500 cm

When does canyon live oak bloom?

Spring

Is canyon live oak edible?

Yes

Is canyon live oak toxic?

Mild

What is canyon live oak's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is canyon live oak pollinated?

Wind

Where is canyon live oak usually found?

Mountain regions

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