DAVIDSON TREASURE TREES
#102 Chinese Evergreen Oak
(Quercus variabilis)
The tree is located on the Davidson College campus, adjacent to the brick ramp and steps near Duke Dorm
Statistics (2024)
- Circumference (In.): 62″
- Height (Ft.): 60′
- Avg. Crown Spread (Ft.): 36′
- Diameter Breast Height (In.): 19.5″
- Total Points: 131
More Information
- Year Recognized: 2024
- Current condition: Excellent
- Property Type: Public
- Ecological Value: Evergreen Oak is a medium to large tree from Asia with thick, corky bark and chestnut-type leaves. It is quite ornamental in appearance. It prefers moist, well-drained clay to sandy loam soils and full sun but will tolerate some shade. Oriental Oak is rarely grown in the US but can be used as a shade, street, or ornamental tree.
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