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Quercus lobata
South of Putah Creek
This large valley oak specimen is native to California's Central Valley and is considered a heritage tree because of its age (estimated 300 years), good health, and size.
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Botanical Name:
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Quercus lobata
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Common Name:
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heritage valley oak
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Location:
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South of Putah Creek
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Family:
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Fagaceae
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Sunset Zones:
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3b-9, 12-24, H1
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Native Range:
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Interior valleys, Sierra foothills, and Coast Ranges away from direct coastal influence
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Habitat:
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Found in warm locations in riparian zones of the central valley of California. Prefers areas of deep soils to tap groundwater.
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General Habit:
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Tall deciduous tree. Limbs may be twisted, outer limbs sometimes sweep the ground.
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Notes:
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This specimen (estimated to be about 300 years old) is a 'heritage tree', a term UC Davis reserves for any large, healthy valley oak. Trunks and branches can become massive with heavily fissured bark.
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