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canyon live oak

Quercus chrysolepis

Taxonomy

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

About

Quercus chrysolepis, commonly termed canyon live oak, canyon oak, golden cup oak or maul oak, is a North American species of evergreen oak that is found in Mexico and in the western United States, notably in the California Coast Ranges. This tree is often found near creeks and drainage swales growing in moist cool microhabitats. Its leaves are a glossy dark green on the upper surface with prominent spines; a further rapid identification arises from the...

Frequently Asked Questions

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