Quercus peduncularis facts for kids
Quercus peduncularis is a type of oak tree. It grows naturally in Mexico and Central America. You can find it from the state of Jalisco in Mexico all the way down to Honduras. This tree belongs to the group of white oaks, which are known as Quercus section Quercus.
Quick facts for kids Quercus peduncularis |
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Scientific classification  |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Fagales |
| Family: | Fagaceae |
| Genus: | Quercus |
| Subgenus: | Quercus subg. Quercus |
| Section: | Quercus sect. Quercus |
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Q. peduncularis
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| Quercus peduncularis |
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What Does the Quercus Peduncularis Look Like?
This oak tree is usually small. It can grow up to about 4 meters (13 feet) tall. Its leaves are special. They feel thick and a bit like leather. Each leaf can be up to 10 centimeters (about 4 inches) long. They are shaped like a spear or an egg. The edges of the leaves have 9 to 14 pairs of sharp, pointed teeth.
Where Does This Oak Tree Grow?
The Quercus peduncularis oak tree is a native plant. This means it naturally comes from certain areas. You can find it in central, southeastern, and southwestern Mexico. It also grows in countries like Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras.
See also
In Spanish: Quercus peduncularis para niños
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