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Encina

Quercus oleoides

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ā€ŗPhylum: Tracheophyta ā€ŗClass: Magnoliopsida ā€ŗOrder: Fagales ā€ŗFamily: Fagaceae ā€ŗGenus: Quercus

About

Quercus oleoides, with Spanish common names encina or encino, is a Mesoamerican species of oak in the white oak group (Quercus sect. Quercus). It grows in dry forests and pastureland of eastern and southern Mexico and much of Central America, from Guanacaste Province in Costa Rica north as far as the State of Tamaulipas in northeastern Mexico.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Encina?
The scientific name of Encina is Quercus oleoides.
What is the conservation status of Encina?
The Encina has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Encina belong to?
Encina belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Encina belong to?
Encina belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Encina belong to?
Encina belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Encina belong to?
Encina belongs to the order Fagales.
What family does Encina belong to?
Encina belongs to the family Fagaceae.
What genus does Encina belong to?
Encina belongs to the genus Quercus.