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Deciduous Trees · MCH exam plant
White Oak
Quercus alba
KWER-kus AL-ba
Native to New England
Tree
Key ID features
Rounded leaf lobes (no bristle tips), purplish-red fall, light gray bark
| Botanical name | Quercus alba |
|---|---|
| Family | Fagaceae |
| Genus | Quercus |
| Category | Deciduous Trees |
| USDA hardiness zones | 3b–8b |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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