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leather oak

Quercus durata

The leather oak is a strong tree with thick, leathery leaves. It grows in warm, dry places and provides shade and homes for many animals.

Habitat: Mountain regions

Appearance

The leather oak is a small tree or large shrub with distinctively leathery, dark green leaves that are often smooth and stiff to the touch. Its bark is generally grayish and fissured, while its small acorns are partially enclosed by a fuzzy, scaled cap.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFagalesFamilyFagaceaeGenusQuercus
leather oak
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leather oak

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its scientific name, 'durata', means 'enduring' because of its tough leaves!

Some leather oaks can live for hundreds of years, watching history unfold!

The fuzzy caps on its acorns are like tiny hats for protection!

This oak often grows like a big bush, not a tall tree!

Special abilities

Ability

Nutty Treasure Chest

Its acorns are a vital food source for wildlife, ensuring the spread of its seeds to new locations.

Ability

Fire Fighter Bark

Thick, furrowed bark protects the leather oak's inner tissues, helping it survive some wildfires.

Measurements & details

Height
100-500 cm
Spread
100-400 cm
Flower Size
1-3 cm
Bloom Season
Early Spring
Edible
No
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 to avoid tripping.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is leather oak?

100-500 cm

How wide does leather oak spread?

100-400 cm

How big are the flowers on leather oak?

1-3 cm

When does leather oak bloom?

Early Spring

Is leather oak edible?

No

Is leather oak toxic?

Mild

What is leather oak's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is leather oak pollinated?

Wind

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