Quercus x crenata - cerrosughera (5 seeds)

Genus of about 600 species of monoecious, semi-deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs, widely distributed in woodlands and scrub of the Northern Hemisphere. Quercus crenata is a large evergreen tree, up to 25 m tall, very rare, considered by some botanists to be an authentic species, by others considered a hybrid between oak and cork oak. Intermediate morphological characters between these two species. Robust and deep root system. In Italy it has sporadic distribution, growing in lowland and hill forests often together with oak.

Pedoclimatic needs

Deep and fresh soils, preferably with a sub-acid reaction. Requires sunny positions and adequate space.

Sowing

From autumn to early winter. The seeds are recalcitrant, cannot be stored for long and quickly lose germination. They should be sown immediately after receiving them.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Quercus crenata

Family: Fagaceae