Characteristics
Quercus rubra L.
northern red oak
The most widespread oak species in New York. Dry to mesic forests in a variety of soil types. It occurs in the coolest climates of any species of oak in New York as well as in warmer more southern forest types.
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Perennial
Vascular
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Native
FACU (NWPL EMP)
FACU (NWPL NCNE)
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Citation
Quercus rubra L.
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Species Distribution Map
This species has been reported in the counties highlighted in the interactive distribution map below. Click on a county to display its name.
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