Quercus oglethorpensis facts for kids
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The Quercus oglethorpensis, also known as the Oglethorpe oak, is a special type of plant. It belongs to the beech family, which includes many well-known trees. This tree is endemic to the United States. This means it naturally grows only in certain parts of the U.S. It was first found in Oglethorpe County, Georgia. The county itself is named after James Oglethorpe. He was the person who founded the Georgia Colony back in the 1700s.
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What Does the Oglethorpe Oak Look Like?
The Oglethorpe oak is a tall tree. It can grow up to about 25 meters (83 feet) high. That's like a seven-story building! The trunk of the tree can be about 80 centimeters (31 inches) wide. Its bark is usually white or a light gray color.
The leaves of the Oglethorpe oak are long and narrow. They can be up to 15 centimeters (6 inches) long. They are usually flat and do not have the wavy or lobed edges that many other oak leaves have.
Where Does the Oglethorpe Oak Grow?
The Oglethorpe oak is found only in the southeastern part of the United States. You can find it in the Piedmont region. This area includes parts of Georgia and South Carolina. It also grows in Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi.
Challenges for the Oglethorpe Oak
This tree can get sick from something called chestnut blight. This is a disease that can harm or even kill the tree. Scientists and tree experts work to protect the Oglethorpe oak from this and other problems.
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A mature Oglethorpe oak tree.
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An Oglethorpe oak growing in a cultivated area.
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See also
In Spanish: Quercus oglethorpensis para niños
