California Black Oak

Quercus kelloggii

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Characteristics:
Deciduous tree, 40-80 ft' in height.

Growing Conditions:
Sun or light shade. Drought resistant, succeeds in dry, sandy, or gravelly soil. Hardy to USDA Zone 7.

Uses:
The wood is used for making furniture, pallets, and construction timber. In addition, California black oak is a critical species for wildlife, both for food and cover. Excellent wildlife tree.

Height:
40-80' at maturity

Width:
40-80' at maturity

Shape:
Rounded crown

Flowers:
Male and female flowers borne in separate catkins, appearing with the leaves.

Leaves:
Leaves are cut into 7-11 lobes, toothed, each tooth ending in a bristle. Glossy green color.

Bark:
Bark dark gray or black, smooth on young trees and broad, irregularly plated ridges.

More Information:
Native range from south central Oregon to southern California, on the west side of the Cascade and Sierra Nevada Mountains, foothills and lower mountains.