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Netleaf Oak

Netleaf Oak

Quercus rugosa

tree☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 8aZone 10a

A drought-tolerant oak native to southwestern North America, characterized by distinctive wrinkled or rugose leaves that give it its common name. It is a slow-growing, multi-stemmed tree valuable for wildlife habitat and xeriscaping in arid regions.

Overview

Form
Rounded
Growth Rate
slow
Size
15–30′ tall × 15–30′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 8aZone 10a
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8a to Zone 10a

Seasonality

Season of Interest

FallWinter

Sub-canopy

Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.

Succession Role

mid successionalclimax

Native to the United States

Native Range

Southwestern United States and Mexico

Native to: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas

Function & Care

wildlife benefiterosion controlwindbreak

Establishment & Care

Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed