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Quercus lusitanica (Quercus lusitanica)

Quercus lusitanica, commonly known as the Portuguese Oak, is a species of oak native to the Iberian Peninsula and Northwest Africa. It is a slow-growing tree or shrub.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Moderate, drought-tolerant once established.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, fertile loam.

Temperature

Adaptable.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low requirement.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water

Moderate, drought-tolerant once established.

Water deeply during establishment and dry spells.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, fertile loam.

Temperature

Adaptable.

Thrives in temperate climates, tolerates heat and moderate cold.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low requirement.

Generally does not need fertilization once established.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

8-15 m

Spread

10-20 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, lobed

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Synonyms
Quercus brachycarpa Guss. ex Parl.
Quercus brachycarpa Kotschy ex A.DC.
Quercus fruticosa Brot.
Quercus muricata Paláu
Quercus prasina Bosc ex Endl.
Quercus valentina Cav.
Quercus zang Dippel
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFagales
  • familyFagaceae
  • genusQuercus
  • speciesQuercus lusitanica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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