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Quercus cerris
Courtyard of Shields Library
The Turkish oak is a tall deciduous tree with a broad canopy. This is the only Turkish oak planted on campus.
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Botanical Name:
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Quercus cerris
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Common Name:
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Turkish oak
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Location:
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Courtyard of Shields Library
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Family:
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Fagaceae
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Sunset Zones:
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2-12, 14-21, H1
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Native Range:
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Central Europe, Southern Europe and Turkey
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Habitat:
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Prefers well-drained soil, full sun, and tolerates alkaline soil.
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General Habit:
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Deciduous, grows to 120 ft. with a broad canopy.
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Notes:
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This is the only Turkish oak planted on the UC Davis campus.
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