southern live oak (Quercus virginiana)
Live Oak (Quercus virginiana) is a majestic, long-lived evergreen tree native to the southeastern US. Valued for its broad, spreading canopy and drought tolerance, it pro
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Sunlight
Full sun
Watering
Moderate for young trees, low for established trees
Soil
Adaptable, prefers well-drained, acidic to alkaline soils.
Temperature
Warm temperate to subtropical
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low, only if needed for poor growth
Care Requirements
Full sun
Moderate for young trees, low for established trees
Adaptable, prefers well-drained, acidic to alkaline soils.
Warm temperate to subtropical
Outdoor
Low, only if needed for poor growth
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Ornamental, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
15-25 m
Spread
20-35 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Dormancy
Evergreen (growth slows in winter)
Leaf Color
Dark green
Leaf Type
Simple, oblong to obovate, leathery
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFagales
- familyFagaceae
- genusQuercus
- speciesQuercus virginiana
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 6/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
No
All parts, especially acorns and young leaves, contain tannins which are toxic if ingested in large quantities, causing gastrointestinal upset and potential kidney damage in humans and animals.