169 observationsEndangered
Oglethorpe Oak
Quercus oglethorpensis
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae βΊPhylum: Tracheophyta βΊClass: Magnoliopsida βΊOrder: Fagales βΊFamily: Fagaceae βΊGenus: Quercus
About
Quercus oglethorpensis (also called Oglethorpe oak) is a species of plant in the beech family. It is endemic to the United States. It is named for Oglethorpe County, Georgia, where it was first discovered. The county, in turn, is named for James Oglethorpe, founder of Georgia Colony in the 18th century.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Oglethorpe Oak is Quercus oglethorpensis.
- Oglethorpe Oak belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- Oglethorpe Oak belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- Oglethorpe Oak belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- Oglethorpe Oak belongs to the order Fagales.
- Oglethorpe Oak belongs to the family Fagaceae.
- Oglethorpe Oak belongs to the genus Quercus.