Although naturally found on low moist sites, this tree will also perform well on moist upland sites. We have a few of these trees growing...Read More in our town park and they survive the droughts with no problem. Overcup oak has a nice form with a rounded canopy. The acorns resemble those of Bur oak.
Now in Orlando, FL (Zone 9b) | December 2004 | neutral
Found almost always mesic, poorly drained sites / wetlands. Here in Florida, it's native range includes mostly the panhandle region. ...Read More>
I guess the reason for the name varies... My source the word lyrata refers to lyre shaped leaves.
Rounded growth shape. Fall leaf colors vary, yellow, red, brown.
This tree grows in wet areas and is often found growing in standing water in forests. The acorn cap almost completely covers the acorn c...Read Moreup.That's where the name Overcup Oak comes from.
Although naturally found on low moist sites, this tree will also perform well on moist upland sites. We have a few of these trees growing...Read More
Found almost always mesic, poorly drained sites / wetlands. Here in Florida, it's native range includes mostly the panhandle region.
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This tree grows in wet areas and is often found growing in standing water in forests. The acorn cap almost completely covers the acorn c...Read More