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overcup oak

Quercus lyrata

Taxonomy

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

About

Quercus lyrata (overcup oak) is an oak in the white oak group (Quercus sect. Quercus). It is native to lowland wetlands in the eastern and south-central United States, in all the coastal states from New Jersey to Texas, inland as far as Oklahoma, Missouri, and Illinois. There are historical reports of it growing in Iowa, but the species appears to have been extirpated there.

Frequently Asked Questions

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