It is a deciduous tree with a rounded crown, which grows very rapidly in the first years of its life. The trunks are straight and cylindrical, with smooth, gray bark.
Curiosities
Its scientific name comes from Quercus, the term by which the Romans generally referred to oaks.
The “rubra” species refers to the red color of its leaves in autumn. Originally from North America, it was introduced to Europe in the 18th century. Its cultivation is widespread because it is a fast-growing species whose wood is used in the construction of barrels for storing wine.
| Height | Up to 35 meters |
| Leaves | From 12 to 22 cm on average, distinct from those of the European oak by 4 to 5 angular lobes with more or less spiny tips. |
| Flowers/Fruit | The female flowers are grouped in pairs, are small (2 mm), ovoid, red, and stalked. The fruits are reddish-brown acorns about 2 cm in size. |
| Climate/Habitat | It does not need a high level of fertility, as the American oak is capable of growing rapidly even in soils with few nutrients. It prefers soils rich in organic matter, with an acidic pH between 4.5 and 6. The ideal climate is temperate, with mild summers and cold winters. |
| Common Name | American Oak |
| Scientific Name | Quercus rubra |
| Genus | Quercus |
| Family | Fagaceae |
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