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bur oak

Quercus macrocarpa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Fagales ›Family: Fagaceae ›Genus: Quercus

About

Quercus macrocarpa, the bur oak, sometimes spelled burr oak, is a species of oak in the white oak section Quercus sect. Quercus, native to North America in the eastern and central United States and eastern and central Canada. This plant is also called mossycup oak and mossycup white oak.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of bur oak?
The scientific name of bur oak is Quercus macrocarpa.
What kingdom does bur oak belong to?
bur oak belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does bur oak belong to?
bur oak belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does bur oak belong to?
bur oak belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does bur oak belong to?
bur oak belongs to the order Fagales.
What family does bur oak belong to?
bur oak belongs to the family Fagaceae.
What genus does bur oak belong to?
bur oak belongs to the genus Quercus.