16,296 observationsLeast Concern
California black oak
Quercus kelloggii
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae βΊPhylum: Tracheophyta βΊClass: Magnoliopsida βΊOrder: Fagales βΊFamily: Fagaceae βΊGenus: Quercus
About
Quercus kelloggii, the California black oak, also known as simply black oak, or Kellogg oak, is an oak in the red oak section (Quercus sect. Lobatae), native to western North America. It is a close relative of the black oak (Quercus velutina) found in eastern and central North America.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of California black oak is Quercus kelloggii.
- California black oak belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- California black oak belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- California black oak belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- California black oak belongs to the order Fagales.
- California black oak belongs to the family Fagaceae.
- California black oak belongs to the genus Quercus.