Quercus x turneri - Turner's oak (Forest alveolus)

Genus of about 600 species of monoecious, semi-deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs, widely distributed in woodlands and scrublands of the Northern Hemisphere. Quercus x turneri is an erect semi-evergreen tree up to 14-18 m tall, with expanded foliage, especially in isolated specimens. Lobed leaves, dark green, 8-10 cm long. The bark, initially smooth, cracks in mature specimens. In autumn it produces rather elongated light gray acorns, 3-5 cm long with a slightly enveloping tuberculate dome. Use: ideal for creating groves or as an isolated tree. The wood is also excellent.

Pedoclimatic needs

It prefers deep, fertile, well-drained soils, adapting even to partially compact and clayey ones. It should be planted in full sun, but also adapts to partial shade. This hybrid is moderately rustic and resists not too intense and prolonged frosts down to -8°/-10°c.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Quercus x turneri sin. Quercus ilex x Quercus robur

Family: Fagaceae