Sunday, April 30, 2006

Mystery Leaf



This is the leaf I collected on my last run. Have not identified it yet, but it is a common tree along the American River.

UPDATE: It's Quercus wislizeni, the Interior Live Oak. :) Thanks to my friend Lanna for the identification.

Facts from Farmer Fred (above link):
  • A native of the California Sierra Nevada foothills
  • Evergreen tree, spreading dome shape.
  • 75-80', more wide than tall.
  • Medium rate of growth.
  • Leaves remain for two years.
  • 1 1/2" acorns
  • Can tolerate clay and rocky soils
  • Can take aridity, sun, wind, heat, dust.
  • Half hardy to 15 degrees.
  • Refrigerate acorns for 30-45 days, then plant in ground.
  • Drought tolerant.
  • Relatively free of pests and diseases.

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