9,010 observationsLeast Concern
California scrub oak
Quercus berberidifolia
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae βΊPhylum: Tracheophyta βΊClass: Magnoliopsida βΊOrder: Fagales βΊFamily: Fagaceae βΊGenus: Quercus
About
Quercus berberidifolia, the California scrub oak, is a small evergreen or semi-evergreen shrubby oak in the white oak section of Quercus. It is a native of the scrubby hills of California, and is a common member of chaparral ecosystems.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of California scrub oak is Quercus berberidifolia.
- California scrub oak belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- California scrub oak belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- California scrub oak belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- California scrub oak belongs to the order Fagales.
- California scrub oak belongs to the family Fagaceae.
- California scrub oak belongs to the genus Quercus.