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Peninsular Oak

Quercus peninsularis

Taxonomy

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

About

Quercus peninsularis, common name peninsular oak, is a species of oak endemic to Baja California, Mexico. It is a shrub or small tree to 10 m, occurring in mountain valleys and canyons up to 3000 m. It is classified as a red oak (section Lobatae). Leaves are 5–8 cm, flat, leathery and hairy, with pointed tips and 2-5 pairs of teeth. Flowers occur in 3 cm catkins. Fruits are 1.5 cm acorns, stemless, ovoid, with hairy cupules, maturing in a year....

Frequently Asked Questions

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