Myrtle Oak
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Myrtle Oak
Quercus myrtifolia
The Myrtle Oak is a special tree that grows in warm places. Its leaves are small and shiny, and it provides homes for many animals. This tree is great for making shady spots to play under!
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The Myrtle Oak is a small evergreen tree or shrub with dense, rounded growth. It has small, stiff, oval-shaped leaves that are glossy dark green on top and paler underneath. Its bark is thin, smooth, and grayish-brown, and it produces tiny, dark brown acorns.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFagalesFamilyFagaceaeGenusQuercus
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Hundreds of tiny flowers, called catkins, dance in the wind each spring!
It's a champion at growing in dry, sandy soils where other trees struggle!
Its tiny acorns are a big snack for many Florida animals like squirrels!
Myrtle Oak leaves feel tough, almost like they're made of leather!
Special abilities
Ability
Drought Buster
Myrtle Oak has small, thick, leathery leaves that help it save water, allowing it to survive in dry, sandy environments.
Ability
Sunshine Sipper
Myrtle Oak has evergreen leaves, meaning it can photosynthesize and make food all year long, even in winter.
Ability
Fire Friend
Myrtle Oak has the ability to resprout quickly from its roots after wildfires, helping it thrive in fire-prone areas.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 200-800 cm
- Spread
- 150-600 cm
- Flower Size
- 2-5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Wind
Ecological connections
eats
Eastern Grey Squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
consumes acorns
eats
White-tailed Deer
Odocoileus virginianus
browses leaves and twigs
eats
Blue Jay
Cyanocitta cristata
forages for acorns
eats
Red-bellied Woodpecker
Melanerpes carolinus
stores and eats acorns
Traits
Shade Tolerant
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Evergreen
Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.
Keystone Species
Describes a species whose presence and role have a disproportionately large effect on its environment.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Be careful not to climb too high in trees, and always look out for sharp branches.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Myrtle Oak?
200-800 cm
How wide does Myrtle Oak spread?
150-600 cm
How big are the flowers on Myrtle Oak?
2-5 cm
When does Myrtle Oak bloom?
Spring
Is Myrtle Oak edible?
No
Is Myrtle Oak toxic?
Mild
What is Myrtle Oak's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Myrtle Oak pollinated?
Wind
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