Oak tree identification

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by bfloris, Jun 25, 2009.

  1. bfloris

    bfloris Member

    Messages:
    2
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Vancouver, Canada
    I found this curious little oak tree growing in my garden - a present from a squirrel, no doubt, as there are no oak trees nearby. It has a mottled leaf. When I first spotted it, I thought it might be diseased. On closer inspection, it appears to be a type of variegation. Does anyone know what type of oak it may be?
     

    Attached Files:

    bfloris, Jun 25, 2009
    #1
  2. Ron B

    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

    Messages:
    21,396
    Likes Received:
    844
    Location:
    Not here
    English oaks often come up variegated under nursery conditions. It usually does not last.
     
    Ron B, Jun 25, 2009
    #2
  3. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

    Messages:
    11,559
    Likes Received:
    574
    Location:
    Britain zone 8/9
    Wrong leaf shape for Quercus robur (unlike many American white oaks, Q. robur has leaf shape the same in seedlings and adults).
     
    Michael F, Jun 25, 2009
    #3

Share This Page