Shingle Oak

Description:

The Shingle Oak, a deciduous species, can grow up to sixty feet in height. Its leaves are notable different from other oak species because they are rather shiny and wavy. The leaves are 4-6 inches long, 1-2 inches wide, alternate, oblong shaped, rounded at the apex, and rounded at the base. The leaves range from light-dark green on top or bottom. Its fruit are acorns are ripe in autumn, and found either in pairs or solitary.

Habitat:

Its native habitat is primarily in the Midwestern and Upper South regions of North America. It is most commonly found growing upland in soil that has good drainage.

Notes:

Its fruit is an important food resource for squirrels and some birds.