C Northern Red Oak
Other common names: Red Oak
Scientific name (In italic): Quercus rubra
Conservation status: Least Concern
How can a Northern Red Oak be identified?
Bark is a reddish grey brown color, 7-11 lobes on leaves with alternating pattern, fruit is an acorn, male flowers are hanging catcins, and leaves are a dull green color in the summer and in the fall turn green before they fall off
Ecological importance of the species
Soil protection and stabilization, carbon sequestration (removes carbon from the air), shelter, and part of the fire belt.
Meaning of Northern Red Oak
They represent strength, healing, protection, and wisdom.This is because they are large trees and can live in many different kinds of climites.
Distribution of Northern Red Oak
Where on Campus can they be found?
There is one located on the south side of the Willow Landing circle and many more can be found in Willow Landing and the Oak Savannah.