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Tree Structure

Tree Structure

Bark Texture

Bark Texture

Branch Structure

Branch Structure

Branch Texture

Branch Texture

Twig & Buds

Twig & Buds

Twig & Buds

Twig & Buds

Mistletoe Outgrowth

Mistletoe Outgrowth

Twig & Buds

Twig & Buds

Willow Oak

Quercus phellos

about the tree

  • FUN FACT: willow oak is named so because the simple leaves mimick the compound leaflets of the willow tree.

  • leaf arrangement: alternate

  • fruit: acorn

  • lifespan: up to 150 years

  • habitat: near streams, alluvial soils

  • size: 80' tall

  • growth form: round, oval

  • uses: shade tree, ornamental, source of food

  • state tree: n/a

 

where is it found on campus?

  • field sports complex

  • tennis courts

  • ?

 

Photography by Julia Gong, '17

© 2015 Julia Gong, Cary Academy '17

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