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The Mexican White Oak (Quercus polymorpha)
In today’s post we’ll take a look at a great large tree that you might consider for your landscape, the Mexican White Oak (Quercus polymorpha). Also known as the Monterrey Oak or the Netleaf White Oak, this tree might be just the right choice for your situation.
Native
The Mexican white oak is native in certain parts of Texas (it was only recently discovered there in the early 1990s) as well as in Mexico and parts of Central America.
The Leaves and Bark
Mexican white oaks have alternative, simple thick leaves. The undersides have veins that are raised and the newly emerged leaves have an orange pinkish color. Depending on where they are growing, they can be evergreen. The bark can be various shades of gray and will develop plates.
Growing Conditions
Mexican white oaks use a moderate amount of water and can tolerate some drought. They are hardy up to zone 7 and can grow in some shade or in the sun. They can grow better in soils that are slightly on the alkaline side or that are acidic.
Size
Mexican white oaks can grow quickly and can get to be forty to eighty feet tall and thirty five to sixty feet in width.
Flowers and Acorns
The trees have both male and female flowers on the same tree and produce acorns with cups that cover half the acorn.
Disease Resistance
Although the level of resistance isn’t established, Mexican white oaks can be resistant to oak wilt.
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