English Oak
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English Oak
Quercus robur
The English Oak is a strong tree with a thick trunk and wide branches. It provides shade and homes for many animals.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The English Oak is a large, majestic tree with a broad, irregular crown. It has deeply lobed leaves that turn golden in autumn and distinctive fissured, gray-brown bark. Its small acorns, often found in clusters, hang from long stalks.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFagalesFamilyFagaceaeGenusQuercus
Category
TreesRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
5
Interesting facts
English Oaks are more likely to be struck by lightning than most other trees!
Its super strong wood was once used to build mighty ships, like those of the Royal Navy!
Look closely! An oak tree's branches provide homes and food for hundreds of different insect species.
Some ancient English Oaks are so big, their hollow trunks have been used as tiny houses or chapels!
Special abilities
Ability
Deep Root Anchor
English Oak can grow a powerful taproot that helps it stay upright against strong winds and find water deep underground.
Ability
Tannin Toughness
English Oak has special chemicals called tannins in its wood, protecting it from pests and diseases, helping it live longer.
Ability
Acorn Army
English Oak can produce thousands of acorns, ensuring many new trees can sprout even if some are eaten by animals.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 20-40 m
- Canopy Spread
- 15-30 m
- Edible
- No
- Trunk Diameter
- 100-300 cm
- Lifespan
- 300-800 years
- Fruit Type
- Acorn
- Growth Rate
- Medium
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
Ecological connections
eats
Grey Squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
loves to eat and bury its acorns.
depends on
Eurasian Jay
Garrulus glandarius
buries acorns to eat later, helping plant new oaks.
depends on
Purple Hairstreak
Favonius quercus
its caterpillars feast on young oak leaves.
symbiotic with
Porcini mushroom
Boletus edulis
shares nutrients with its roots underground.
Traits
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
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.
Fruit Bearing
Fruit-bearing plants produce fruits, which are the mature ovaries of flowering plants containing seeds.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Also known as
Common OakPedunculate Oak
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Do not pick or eat anything you find. Some plants and mushrooms can be harmful.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is English Oak?
20-40 m
How wide does English Oak spread?
15-30 m
Is English Oak edible?
No
How big is English Oak?
100-300 cm
How long does English Oak live?
300-800 years
Where is English Oak usually found?
Forests
What kind of fruit does English Oak produce?
Acorn
How fast does English Oak grow?
Medium
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