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Bottomland Post Oak (Quercus similis)

Bottomland Post Oak (Quercus similis) is a large deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, known for its tolerance to wet soils and its valuable timber.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best growth, but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, especially when young. Tolerates wet conditions.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers moist, well-drained, acidic loams. Adapts well to clay and sandy soils.

Temperature

Thrives in temperate climates. Tolerates a range of temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally not needed. Use balanced fertilizer in spring if growth is poor.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best growth, but tolerates partial shade.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, especially when young. Tolerates wet conditions.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers moist, well-drained, acidic loams. Adapts well to clay and sandy soils.

Temperature

Thrives in temperate climates. Tolerates a range of temperatures.

Ideal growing range: 15-25 °C

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally not needed. Use balanced fertilizer in spring if growth is poor.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Fruit

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

18-24 m

Spread

12-18 m

Growth Rate

Medium

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, lobed

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Synonyms
Quercus mississippiensis Ashe
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFagales
  • familyFagaceae
  • genusQuercus
  • speciesQuercus similis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Acorns can cause digestive upset if consumed in large quantities by livestock, but the plant is not considered toxic to pets or humans.

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