🌿Native Nature

Texas live oak

Quercus fusiformis

Taxonomy

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

About

Quercus fusiformis (also often referred to as Q. virginiana var. fusiformis), commonly known as escarpment live oak, plateau live oak, or plateau oak, is an evergreen or nearly evergreen tree. Its native range includes the Quartz Mountains and Wichita Mountains in southwestern Oklahoma, through Texas, to the Mexican states of Coahuila, Tamaulipas, and Nuevo León.

Frequently Asked Questions

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