Quercus lobata
Summary
| Resource Type | Organism |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | Q. lobata |
| Genus | Quercus |
| Species | lobata |
| Common Name | Valley Oak |
| Organism Image |  |
| Cross Reference | |
| Description | Order: Fagales
Family: Fagaceae
The tree, Quercus Lobata, is found in the California central valley, The tree reaches heights up to 153 feet with a trunk diameter of three feet. The wood has become a niche for commercial uses, primarily due to the cracking and warping as it dries. However, it has utility as a hardwood floor. In the pores of the tree are Tyloses which increase the permeability to fluids which allows the wood to be water tight.
Image Source Miguel Vieira |
