Native Trees of Indiana
River Walk

 

Chestnut Oak

Quercus prinus

 

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Natural range is green.

Chesnut Oak

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A white oak type most commonly found in the Appalacians on dry, rocky sites. In Indiana, its natural range is restricted to the south. Leaves are unlobed, but have coarse, rounded teeth and are hairy below. Bowl-shaped cap encloses about 1/3 of the large acorn. Acorns are sweet and are utilized by many species of wildlife.

 

 Inventory No. 866
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