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swamp laurel oak

Quercus laurifolia

Taxonomy

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

About

Quercus laurifolia (swamp laurel oak, diamond-leaf oak, water oak, obtusa oak, laurel oak) is a medium-sized semi-evergreen oak in the red oak section Quercus sect. Lobatae. It is native to the southeastern and south-central the United States, from coastal Virginia to central Florida and west to southeast Texas. There are reports of the species growing in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, but these probably represent introductions.

Frequently Asked Questions

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