Quercus rubra L.

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Plant Details

Scientific Name: Quercus rubra L.
Family Name: Fagaceae Dumort. - Beech family
Common Name: northern red oak
Symbol: QURU
Group: Dicot
Rank: Species
Date Modified: Feb. 7, 2026, 4:04 a.m.

Duration

  • Perennial

Growth Habits

  • Tree

Synonyms

Wetland Ratings

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Species Range Map