Hybrid
Quercus × morehus
Parent Species
Synonyms (1)
kelloggii x wislizeni = Q.x moreha Trel. 1917
Data from Oaks of the World
Geographic Range
California
Growth Habit
4-15 m tall;
Leaves
4-12 cm; oblong to elliptic ; persistent or subpersistent; with pointed, shallow lobes; glabrous above and minutely pubescent beneath; dense foliage, lustrous green in Spring;
Fruits
cupule as in wislizeni but acorn broader; ripening in 2 years;
Common Names
Oracle oak
Hardiness & Habitat
well drained soils, not calcareous;
Additional Information
– Resembles Q.kelloggii , but its winter habit is recognizable by its evergreen (although few) leaves; – Also illegitimately written “ x moreha “ (Trel. 1917); – Rare;