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sand live oak
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sand live oak
Quercus geminata
The sand live oak is a strong tree that grows in sandy areas. It has thick, shiny leaves and can provide shade for people and animals. This tree is great for making homes for birds and other wildlife!
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The sand live oak is a small-to-medium evergreen tree with distinctive small, dark green leaves that are often curled under at the edges. Its leathery leaves have grayish, finely hairy undersides, and it typically forms a rounded crown or shrubby shape.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFagalesFamilyFagaceaeGenusQuercus
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Its acorns were once ground into flour by Native American tribes!
Its evergreen leaves can stay on the tree for up to three years before falling off!
The sand live oak's incredibly strong wood was once valued for building ships!
This adaptable oak can also grow as a low-lying shrub, creating dense, protective hedges!
Special abilities
Ability
Thirst Quencher
The sand live oak has a very deep taproot that helps it find water deep underground, surviving dry sandy soils.
Ability
Salty Shield
Its tough, leathery leaves and compact growth help the sand live oak tolerate salty ocean winds and sea spray.
Ability
Wind Warrior
This oak often grows in dense thickets, sharing roots and providing mutual protection from strong coastal winds.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 500-1500 cm
- Spread
- 1000-2000 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Wind
Ecological connections
eaten by
Grey Squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
for its nutritious acorns
eaten by
White-tailed Deer
Odocoileus virginianus
browses leaves and eats acorns
eaten by
Virginia Opossum
Didelphis virginiana
for fallen acorns
shelters
Great Crested Flycatcher
Myiarchus crinitus
builds nests in its branches
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.
Timber
Timber refers to wood that has been prepared for use in building and carpentry.
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.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Be careful around trees and don't climb too high without an adult.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is sand live oak?
500-1500 cm
How wide does sand live oak spread?
1000-2000 cm
When does sand live oak bloom?
Spring
Is sand live oak edible?
No
Is sand live oak toxic?
Mild
What is sand live oak's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is sand live oak pollinated?
Wind
Where is sand live oak usually found?
Coastal areas
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