Willow oak

Willow oak Quercus phellos

Description

A type of red oak tree, Quercus phellos, native to the southeastern areas of the U.S. The willow oak has heavy, reddish-brown, coarse-grain wood. It is widely used commercially for flooring, furniture, cabinets, paneling, and millwork.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Quercus phellos

Physical and Chemical Properties

• Medium tree growing to 25 m.
• Bark=gray developing rough ridges with age.
• Leaf=linear shape (5-10cm in length)
• Fruit=small round acorns (1 cm) with thin caps

Resources and Citations

• Dictionary of Building Preservation, Ward Bucher, ed., John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York City, 1996

• Wood Database: Willow oak