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swamp chestnut oak

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Also known as: Quercus michauxii
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The swamp chestnut oak (Q. michauxii) is a significant timber tree found in the Atlantic and Gulf coastal plains and the Mississippi Valley region. This tree typically reaches heights of 24 to 36 meters (79 to 118 feet) and is characterized by its columnar trunk and a round, compact crown formed by branches that rise at narrow angles.1

It is known for its bark, which is silver-white with red tinges, and its bright green, glossy leaves that are velvety and whitish on the underside. These leaves are usually about 20 cm long and turn red in the autumn. The swamp chestnut oak is also called cow oak because its acorns are a food source for cattle, and basket oak due to the local use of its wood strips for making baskets.1

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