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Cork Oak (Quercus suber)

Cork Oak (Quercus suber) is an evergreen tree from the western Mediterranean, recognized for its thick, corky bark and use in cork production.

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Sunlight

Full sun

Watering

Low once established

Soil

Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils. It is adaptable to various soil types but avoids waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Moderate

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Infrequent

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily

Water

Low once established

Drought-tolerant

Soil

Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils. It is adaptable to various soil types but avoids waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers 15-25°C, tolerates heat

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Infrequent

Not typically needed

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-25 m

Spread

10-20 m

Growth Rate

Slow to Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Evergreen

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Synonyms
Quercus cintrana Welw. ex Nyman
Quercus corticosa Raf.
Quercus mitis Banks ex Lowe
Quercus occidentalis J.Gay
Quercus subera St.-Lag.
Quercus suberosa Salisb.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFagales
  • familyFagaceae
  • genusQuercus
  • speciesQuercus suber
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Acorns can cause stomach upset if ingested in large quantities by pets or humans, but the tree itself is not considered toxic.

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