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Quercus pyrenaica (Quercus pyrenaica)

Pyrenean Oak (Quercus pyrenaica) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the Iberian Peninsula and southwestern France.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Low to moderate, drought-tolerant once established.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, acidic to neutral soils. It can grow on poor, rocky, or sandy soils.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally not required.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Thrives in open locations.

Water

Low to moderate, drought-tolerant once established.

Water new plantings regularly; mature trees need infrequent watering.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, acidic to neutral soils. It can grow on poor, rocky, or sandy soils.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Tolerates a range from -15°C to 30°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally not required.

Fertilize only if growth is poor or soil is depleted.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-25 m

Spread

10-15 m

Growth Rate

Medium

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed, deciduous

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Synonyms
Quercus brossa Bosc
Quercus camata G.Kirchn.
Quercus lezermiana Bosc ex Poir.
Quercus stolonifera Lapeyr.
Quercus tauza Desf.
Quercus tauzin Pers.
Quercus tauzinii Bubani
Quercus toza Bastard
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFagales
  • familyFagaceae
  • genusQuercus
  • speciesQuercus pyrenaica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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