Leaf Morphology
Leaf Type
Simple, deciduous
Shape
Obovate with 5 to 7 deeply cut lobes
Margin
Lobed with bristly tips
Arrangement
Alternate
Venation
Pinnate with prominent raised veins
Key Features
Deeply lobed blade with broad U-shaped sinuses and bristle-tipped lobes
Description
Large deciduous tree reaching heights of 20 to 25 meters with a pyramidal crown and drooping lower branches. Produces small rounded acorns and displays vibrant red foliage in autumn.
Habitat
Lowland floodplains, moist bottomlands, and poorly drained acidic soils in full sun
Native Range
Eastern and central North America, widely planted in urban landscapes globally
Identified on 10/17/2026