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Quercus velutina

Family: Fagaceae, Genus: Quercus

Description:

Quercus velutina, similar to the Red Oak, is a deciduous tree with deeply furrowed bark and bright yellow to orange inner bark. It grows moderately well on dry uplands and slopes, producing acorns that are valuable to wildlife. Although not commonly used as an ornamental tree, it thrives in poor and varied soils.

Sources:
  1. [1] Black Oak: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
  2. [2] Black Oak: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source
  3. [3] Black Oak: Nature Hills Nursery. Visit Source

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