DAVIDSON TREASURE TREES
#074 Water Oak
(Quercus nigra)
Statistics (2020)
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More Information
- Year Recognized: 2021
- Current condition:
- Property Type: Private
- Ecological Value: Water oak is native medium sized fast growing deciduous tree; however, sometimes it is considered an evergreen in the deep south. It is a member of the red oak group. The water oak is regarded as weaker wooded in comparison to most oaks, and it also has a shorter life span. It may only live 30 to 50 years.Water Oak acorns are eaten by black bears, squirrels, white-tailed deer, birds, small mammals, and wild turkeys.
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